A managed forex account is a type of forex account in which a money manager trades the account on a client's behalf for a fee.  ( 25 min )

Take advantage of short-term price moves by pinpointing reversals using candlesticks and oscillators.  ( 25 min )

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A pit is an area of a securities exchange trading floor that is designated for buying and selling through the open outcry system, which involves shouting and hand signaling.  ( 23 min )

A day in the life of a broker or Wall Street trader can be an exciting and varied one. Learn more about these two financial professions and their job differences.  ( 27 min )

MoneroV (XMV) was a fork from the Monero (XMR) blockchain after developers became convinced there were flaws in the way the Monero was designed.  ( 24 min )

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The kimchi premium is the gap in cryptocurrency prices, notably bitcoin, in South Korean exchanges compared to foreign exchanges.  ( 25 min )

Buying undervalued options (or even buying at the right price) is an important requirement to profit from options trading. Equally important—or even more important—is to know when and how to book the profits.  ( 23 min )

Exchange rates fluctuate constantly in the international currency markets. Find out more.  ( 22 min )

How to identify the stages of the many types of trends that occur in the forex market.  ( 24 min )

A long hedge is a situation wherein an investor has to take a long position in futures contracts in order to hedge against future price volatility.  ( 20 min )

An end of day order is a buy or sell order requested by an investor that is only open until the end of the day.  ( 21 min )

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A sweep-to-fill order is a type of market order where a broker splits it into numerous parts to take advantage of all available liquidity for fast execution.  ( 22 min )

Estate planning isn’t fun, but the consequences of not doing it can be devastating for your heirs—or at least not what you intended.  ( 23 min )

A wash is a series of transactions that results in a net gain of zero. To investors, a wash has tax implications.  ( 21 min )

A cryptocurrency security token is a digital representation of ownership in a company or an asset and is used to raise capital for enterprise and business purposes.  ( 23 min )

The average price of a new car is more than $49,000, and used cars go for about $26,500—but fuel, insurance, and more also factor into how much you should spend.  ( 27 min )

A spike is a comparatively large upward or downward movement of a price in a short period of time.  ( 21 min )

As cryptocurrency markets mature, they are attracting players from other industries. The insurance industry is one of them.  ( 24 min )

The repair strategy is built around an existing losing stock position and is constructed by purchasing one call option and selling two call options.  ( 23 min )

The 50-day simple moving average (SMA) serves various purposes, and it is commonly used by traders and market analysts.  ( 23 min )

When a stock splits, the options contract undergoes an adjustment called "being made whole." Find out what you can do if a company in which you have invested announces this type of adjustment.  ( 23 min )

"Buoyant" is a term used to describe a market where the prices generally rise with ease when there are considerable signals of strength.  ( 22 min )

Being trapped in a debt spiral can be stressful and cause significant financial harm. However, there are strategies you can use to get out of debt faster.  ( 25 min )

The maximum return of any short sale of stock is 100%. However, the concepts underlying short selling are not so simple.  ( 21 min )

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LIFFE is the former name of the London-based financial marketplace now known as ICE Futures Europe.  ( 22 min )

Find investment vehicles appropriate for small amounts of money that can be saved by giving up a few things.  ( 27 min )

Historical currency exchange rates are foreign exchange rates which give traders a historical reference of how a currency pair has traded.  ( 20 min )

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The book "Black Metropolis" provides powerful insights into African American history, sociology, and cultural studies that we can learn from today.  ( 28 min )

The liquidation level, normally expressed as a percentage, is the point that, if reached, will initiate the automatic closure of existing positions.  ( 22 min )

Credit unions and banks offer similar services, but they have some key differences in their profit models and offerings. Learn how to determine which is best for you.  ( 28 min )

In finance, the term “limit up” refers to the maximum amount a price is permitted to increase during one trading day.  ( 21 min )

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Cloud mining enables mining of cryptocurrencies, such as bitcoin, without installation of expensive mining hardware.  ( 23 min )

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These stocks could fall in value next year.  ( 37 min )

This chipmaker has some exciting growth drivers ahead.  ( 36 min )

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Their high-yielding dividends will be the gift that keeps on giving.  ( 37 min )

These companies have exciting prospects in the new year -- and long into the future.  ( 37 min )

Most Tesla Model 3 buyers may miss out on federal EV tax credits starting in January -- possibly bad news for some rivals.  ( 36 min )

The AI capabilities of this iconic company point to success in the new year and beyond.  ( 36 min )

These two biotech stocks could be poised for a trend reversal.  ( 36 min )

The athletic footwear up-and-comer is delivering precisely what a growing number of consumers want, and delivering it the way they want it.  ( 37 min )

With its stock near an all-time high, Costco is choosing yet again to reward its shareholders with cash.  ( 38 min )

Investors will face a four-day trading week with the major US indexes near record highs as 2023 draws to a close.  ( 37 min )

Investors will find compelling reasons to be a bit pessimistic about this past outperformer.  ( 36 min )

Nvidia appears priced for perfection but could continue to rise.  ( 36 min )

This midstream oil and gas operator is a stellar dividend stock, but it comes with important tax implications to consider.  ( 37 min )

Investors have good reason to pay more attention to one particular metric.  ( 36 min )

These investor-favorite stocks faced challenges head-on last year, and things are looking up.  ( 38 min )

Residential solar is in the dumps and Enphase is slashing costs. What happens when growth returns?  ( 35 min )

When Xi Jinping visited Riyadh, Saudi officials rolled out not a red but a purple carpet.  ( 37 min )

Market catalysts and internal growth make it likely that these stocks will continue to rally in 2024.  ( 38 min )

Could profits bounce back in 2024?  ( 37 min )

Each of these businesses experienced substantial year-over-year revenue growth.  ( 37 min )

These dividend stocks seem like sure things right now.  ( 38 min )

If you plan to improve your returns in the stock market during 2024, buying shares in Alphabet and Advanced Micro Devices might be the way to do it.  ( 38 min )

Volatility should be the expectation. These two stocks can make money either way.  ( 35 min )

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed on Sunday a decree clearing the way for the purchase by Rosbank of stakes in leading Russian companies owned by Societe General. The decree said that Rosbank will be able to buy Societe General's stakes in leading energy producers such as Rosneft and Gazprom as well as in metals companies including Norilsk Nickel and Severstal and other leading Russian enterprises.  ( 34 min )

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There are good reasons to think these Berkshire Hathaway portfolio holdings will perform well in the new year.  ( 37 min )

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Many companies will profit from the recent demand for artificial intelligence, but this one is a clear standout.  ( 38 min )

Banks say consumers also are taking longer to pay their credit-card bills.  ( 28 min )

It's great to see your portfolio's value go up, but it's also important to take things in stride.  ( 37 min )

These companies pay very durable dividends.  ( 37 min )

Steps closer to commercialization look real. But where's the money to build factories coming from? We share three ways.  ( 35 min )

Despite strong performance from the flagship ARK Innovation fund, this ETF did even better.  ( 36 min )

Energy went from the best-performing sector in the S&P 500 in 2022 to the second-worst in 2023.  ( 31 min )

Small-caps are getting closer to beginning an advance that will last for more than a few months. Don’t jump in too soon.  ( 21 min )

The federal government's premier retirement program favors married couples.  ( 36 min )

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Yi He, a former talk-show host, has sweeping control over the crypto giant’s marketing and investment divisions. She is also founder Changpeng Zhao’s longtime romantic partner.  ( 27 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Micron Technology Inc. has settled a high-profile intellectual property theft lawsuit with a key, state-backed Chinese rival amid the US company’s efforts to mend ties with Beijing. Most Read from BloombergHyperloop One to Shut Down After Failing to Reinvent TransitWall Street Learns That This Year, Nothing Beat Owning the S&P 500OpenAI Is in Talks to Raise New Funding at Valuation of $100 Billion or MoreLA’s Third-Tallest Tower Sells for 45% Below 2014 PriceTrump Tells Appeals Pa  ( 35 min )

Musk highlighted the upside of SpaceX being private versus Tesla being public, which he said "drives me crazy" at times.  ( 36 min )

Maersk treft voorbereidingen om weer via de Rode Zee en het Suezkanaal te varen. Vanwege aanvallen op vrachtschepen door Jemenitische Houthi-rebellen besloot de containervervoerder eerder deze maand de Rode Zee te mijden.  ( 9 min )

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De staking van medewerkers op de luchthaven van Genève is voorbij. Uit onvrede met een nieuw loonvoorstel had grondpersoneel van afhandelingsbedrijf dnata het werk zondagochtend neergelegd. Een voorlopig akkoord heeft een einde aan de staking gemaakt.  ( 8 min )

Het vliegverkeer van en naar de luchthaven van Genève kampt met een staking van afhandelaars. KLM heeft een vlucht geannuleerd die 's ochtends vanaf Schiphol naar Genève zou vertrekken. Het Zwitserse Arc Info meldt dat een aantal vluchten is vertraagd.  ( 3 min )

Medewerkers van winkelketen Amac hadden zondag een flyer-actie gepland om zondagstoeslag te eisen, maar die is afgelast. Reden is volgens vakbond FNV de "intimidatie en bedreiging" waarmee werknemers te maken kregen vanuit hun werkgever.  ( 10 min )

Medewerkers van winkelketen Amac hadden zondag een flyer-actie gepland om zondagstoeslag te eisen, maar die is afgelast. Reden is volgens vakbond FNV de "intimidatie en bedreiging" waarmee werknemers zijn geconfronteerd. Amac-topman Ed Bindels keurt de intimidatie af, reageert hij.  ( 9 min )

Wie gaat tijdens het kerstdiner uitgebreid een stapel post openen en lezen? Waarschijnlijk niemand. Maar als je tijdens een etentje met een smartphone bezig bent, doe je eigenlijk hetzelfde. De telefoon hoort daarom niet op tafel, zeggen etiquettedeskundigen.  ( 11 min )

Wie gaat tijdens het kerstdiner uitgebreid een stapel post openen en lezen? Waarschijnlijk niemand. Maar als je tijdens een etentje met een smartphone bezig bent, doe je eigenlijk hetzelfde. De telefoon hoort daarom niet op tafel, zeggen etiquettedeskundigen.  ( 11 min )

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Coming up this week: a holiday-shortened trading week and a potential 'Santa Claus' rally?  ( 1 min )

Anticipating a "soft landing" in 2024, global fund manager sentiment surged to its highest level since early 2022, according to a survey by Bank of America.  ( 1 min )

The rollover rate in forex is the net interest return on a currency position held overnight by a trader.  ( 23 min )

A synthetic CDO is a collateralized debt obligation that invests in credit default swaps or other non-cash assets to gain exposure to fixed income.  ( 24 min )

The interbank market is a global network used by financial institutions to trade currencies among themselves. They use it to manage their interest rate risks.  ( 24 min )

A bull spread is a bullish options strategy using either two puts, or two calls with the same underlying asset and expiration.  ( 25 min )

A bullet trade allows an investor to participate in a stock's bearish move without actually selling the stock. They can buy that stock's ITM put option.  ( 24 min )

Here's what you need to know to choose between a health savings account (HSA) and a flexible savings account (FSA) to help with medical expenses.  ( 26 min )

Investment benchmarks are used to evaluate investment funds and portfolios. Funds and investment portfolios generally have established benchmarks for standard analysis.  ( 27 min )

Overshooting is a model or hypothesis in economics used to explain why exchange rates are more volatile than we would expect.  ( 23 min )

It can be difficult to analyze a company that doesn't trade publicly but there are advantages to investing in private companies. They can be managed for the long term.  ( 25 min )

Learn when and how flexible spending accounts (FSAs) expire by imposing an expiration date, a grace period, or a carryover.  ( 25 min )

An index option is a financial derivative that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell the value of an underlying index.  ( 23 min )

There are many economic indicators that can be used to evaluate forex fundamentals. These indicators can be an invaluable resource for any currency trader.  ( 24 min )

Learn about the rules and regulations on short selling enforced by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the uptick rule.  ( 28 min )

A crypto wallet is an essential piece of equipment for crypto enthusiasts to have. If you want to personalize your crypto's security, you can learn how to create a crypto wallet and set your security preferences.  ( 24 min )

A strategy for becoming debt-free, the debt snowball starts with paying off the smallest debt first and working up from there.  ( 25 min )

Heading into the last few trading days of 2023, many investors will be hoping for a "Santa Claus rally," or a sustained increase in the stock market around the Christmas holiday.  ( 19 min )

Cancellation of debt (COD) occurs when a creditor relieves a debtor from a debt obligation. Canceled debts are often taxable as income.  ( 24 min )

Non-deductible IRAs are particularly attractive for people who are restricted by income limits in how much money they can put away for retirement.  ( 26 min )

Nederlandse supermarkten ervaren vlak voor de Kerst de drukste dagen van het jaar. Albert Heijn verwacht in drie dagen tijd meer dan 17,5 miljoen dozen en kratjes met producten naar winkels te moeten sturen. "Iedereen die kan werken, werkt."  ( 9 min )

Het Duitse Bayer heeft een rechtszaak gewonnen die was aangespannen door een man in Californië die zei kanker te hebben gekregen van het onkruidbestrijdingsmiddel Roundup.  ( 8 min )

Werknemers van de Nederlandse keten voor Apple-producten Amac gaan zondag voor Kerstmis, een van de drukste winkeldagen van het jaar, actievoeren. Volgens FNV-bestuurder Onur Erdem is er geen toezegging gekomen vanuit de directie om de zondagstoeslag weer in te voeren.  ( 9 min )

Rusland gaat de invoerrechten op bevroren kip voor heel volgend jaar schrappen, maakte de regering zaterdag bekend. Daarmee wil president Vladimir Poetin het binnenlandse aanbod vergroten en de sterk gestegen prijzen verlagen. Het gaat om maximaal 140.000 ton bevroren kip.  ( 8 min )

Nederlandse supermarkten ervaren vlak voor de Kerst de drukste dagen van het jaar. Albert Heijn verwacht in drie dagen tijd meer dan 17,5 miljoen dozen en kratjes met producten naar winkels te moeten sturen. "Iedereen die kan werken, werkt."  ( 9 min )

Hier stond een artikel dat te vroeg was gepubliceerd. Het verschijnt morgen op de voorpagina van NU.nl. We hopen je dan terug te zien op onze site.  ( 7 min )

Dit artikel was te vroeg gepubliceerd. Het mag zondag online komen. We hopen je dan terug te zien op onze site.  ( 9 min )

Maersk houdt er rekening mee dat de chaos in de Rode Zee nog maanden duurt. Dat zei de containervervoerder vrijdag in een persverklaring over de aanvallen op vrachtschepen door Jemenitische Houthi-rebellen.  ( 8 min )

Je hebt tot de jaarwisseling om je zorgverzekering voor 2024 te kiezen. Misschien wil je je ook aanvullend verzekeren. Loont dat als je een baby verwacht, een bril draagt of een beugel nodig hebt? En waar moet je op letten?  ( 11 min )

Wie gaat tijdens het kerstdiner uitgebreid een stapel post openen en lezen? Waarschijnlijk niemand. Maar als je tijdens een etentje met een smartphone bezig bent, doe je eigenlijk hetzelfde. De telefoon hoort daarom niet op tafel, zeggen etiquettedeskundigen.  ( 11 min )

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Hey, folks, welcome to Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunch's regular newsletter that recaps the top tech -- and tech-related -- stories over the past several days. In this edition of WiR, we cover Comcast and Mr. Cooper customer data being stolen, electric scooter company Bird filing for bankruptcy, Adobe ending its Figma acquisition plans, and Apple being forced by the International Trade Commission (ITC) to halt sales of the Apple Watch.  ( 37 min )

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The Consumer Staples Select Sector is also under pressure.  ( 37 min )

This company has given shareholders over 50 years of dividend increases, and it expects earnings to more than double in 2024. There's some important backstory here.  ( 36 min )

Office real estate investment trusts (REITs) are companies that own, operate and/or finance income-generating office properties. Just the same as other REITs, they provide an opportunity to invest in real estate without directly buying and subsequently managing the property. Office REITs generate income primarily through leasing office space and collecting rents from tenants. There's no shortage of office REITs to invest in, so it's important to have criteria to guide your decision. For many inv  ( 35 min )

“If others are prepared to invest at a particular value…it’s sort of an outside assessment,” said the world's richest man.  ( 35 min )

The arrests come two months after the Enforcement Directorate arrested four industry executives, including one Chinese national, working for Vivo's Indian unit in a case of alleged money laundering, charges the firm has denied. India has stepped up scrutiny of Chinese businesses and investments following a deadly border clash in 2020.  ( 33 min )

Mortgage real estate investment trusts (mREITs) are investment vehicles that focus on generating income through mortgage-related assets, such as mortgage-backed securities and mortgage loans. Unlike traditional REITs that invest directly in real estate, mortgage REITs earn income from the interest on mortgage assets, offering investors exposure to the mortgage market with the potential for high dividend yields. Here are the three mortgage REITs with the highest yields. Orchid Island Capital Inc.  ( 35 min )

Shares of AI chip superstar Nvidia have more than tripled.  ( 37 min )

The tech giant will benefit from AI, and its cost-cutting, productivity-boosting solutions should remain in demand even in a tough economy.  ( 37 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Nano Dimension Ltd. of Israel offered to buy Stratasys Ltd. in a cash deal that values the company at about $1.1 billion, the latest maneuvering in months of attempted dealmaking in the 3D printer industry. Most Read from BloombergHyperloop One to Shut Down After Failing to Reinvent TransitOpenAI Is in Talks to Raise New Funding at Valuation of $100 Billion or MoreSupreme Court Refuses to Fast-Track Trump Immunity ClashTencent Leads $80 Billion Rout as China Rekindles Crackdown Fe  ( 35 min )

A decade is enough time for investors to make life-changing returns by betting on the right companies.  ( 36 min )

These companies have bright futures and don't take a ton of cash to buy.  ( 36 min )

The graphics card specialist has more than tripled in 2023, and it looks set for another solid year in 2024.  ( 37 min )

Chinese electric car maker Nio on Saturday unveiled a flagship model featuring self-developed technologies including semiconductors, betting they would help prop up earnings, as a bruising price war and slowing car demand weigh on profitability. The ET9 executive sedan, positioned in the same class as Mercedes Benz's Maybach and Porsche's Panamera series, is expected to start delivery in the first quarter of 2025 at an estimated price of 800,000 yuan ($112,178), Nio's founder and chief executive William Li said at the company’s "Nio Day" annual event. The car will be equipped with Nio’s self-designed autonomous driving semiconductor, 900-voltage electric drive for fast charging and large cylindrical battery cells, Li said at the event in the northwestern Chinese city of Xian.  ( 34 min )

Three of these companies look intriguing heading into 2024.  ( 35 min )

These renewable energy stocks could produce supercharged total returns in 2024 and beyond.  ( 37 min )

If the fund manager's calculations are correct, Roku shareholders could enjoy a five-fold return. Is she right?  ( 38 min )

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Is Pfizer stock a bargain buy?  ( 36 min )

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Parking some extra cash in these industry leaders could be a smart move before 2024.  ( 38 min )

These companies offer above-average dividend yields that should rise in the future.  ( 37 min )

AI is the hot thing right now but these companies are winners regardless.  ( 37 min )

The stock has been in the news lately.  ( 36 min )

It's not too late to secure good deals on the stock market following the rally in 2023.  ( 36 min )

Nio got a lot of what it needed with two recent announcements, but is it enough to convince investors to buy in?  ( 36 min )

These three stocks have income and growth potential for next year and beyond.  ( 38 min )

The world’s biggest sovereign wealth funds and public pension schemes are backing India over China as fears grow over Beijing’s interventions in companies operating in the region.  ( 36 min )

Economists’ economic outlook ranges from pessimistic to disastrous — here’s why.  ( 40 min )

This battery technology could transform the electric vehicle industry.  ( 36 min )

I recently did some buying. Here are the three stocks I added shares of.  ( 36 min )

The underlying technology of faster and more efficient AI chips is in the hands of one company.  ( 37 min )

These dividend stocks can supply investors with lots of income in 2024.  ( 37 min )

These high-yield stocks should be good picks for the new year.  ( 36 min )

The advent of artificial intelligence is proving to be a game-changer for the industrial robots made by a company called Symbotic.  ( 37 min )

The employee-retention credit has cost the government about four times as much as expected—and counting.  ( 28 min )

Greg Abel, an energy veteran and Canada native, is keeping a low profile  ( 25 min )

The brands surging ahead in electric vehicle registrations might surprise investors.  ( 36 min )

The artificial intelligence revolution could create immense wealth in the coming years, and this growth stock could help investors tap into that opportunity.  ( 37 min )

The growth-stock-driven Nasdaq Composite remains 8% below its all-time high, which means bargains still abound for opportunistic investors.  ( 39 min )

Down over 90% from its high, QuantumScape has become an interesting speculative stock.  ( 36 min )

Your bonus could become the gift that keeps on giving.  ( 38 min )

US moves to investigate American companies' procurement of Chinese-made legacy node chips has triggered a backlash from the Chinese government, which blamed Washington for "weaponising" trade issues. China's foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbing said on Friday that the US move would endanger global supply chains, urging Washington to respect international trade rules and market-based principles. The US commerce department said on Thursday that it would conduct a survey on the use and sourcing  ( 36 min )

Cash becomes much less attractive once the Federal Reserve signals that it expects to begin cutting interest rates.  ( 28 min )

Sliding mortgage rates will entice more homeowners to list their properties, and bring out more buyers.  ( 33 min )

Twitter violated contracts by failing to pay millions of dollars in bonuses that the social media company, now called X Corp, had promised its employees, a federal judge ruled on Friday. Mark Schobinger, who was Twitter's senior director of compensation before leaving Elon Musk's company in May, sued Twitter in June, claiming breach of contract. Schobinger's suit alleged that before and after billionaire Musk bought Twitter last year, it promised employees 50% of their 2022 target bonuses but never made those payments.  ( 34 min )

Paramount seems to be the next target in David Zaslav's acquisition spree.  ( 35 min )

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Recent production cuts by the cartel and its allies haven’t led to sustained higher oil prices.  ( 28 min )

Heading into the last few trading days of 2023, many investors will be hoping for a "Santa Claus rally," or a sustained increase in the stock market around the Christmas holiday.  ( 1 min )

Learn how economics fits into the category of social sciences, and discover the arguments critics make against this classification.  ( 25 min )

The price tracker you choose can have a major impact on your cryptocurrency investments.  ( 25 min )

Find out whether you can take a tax deduction on the contributions you make.  ( 26 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.79% from Climate First Bank for 8 months, 5.75% from INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months, and three 5.70% offers ranging from 7 to 14 months.  ( 20 min )

Compare the best robo advisors. We evaluated portfolio management, usability, fees, and more. Expert rated picks include Wealthfront, Betterment, and M1.  ( 44 min )

An implementation shortfall is the difference in net execution price and when a trading decision has been made.  ( 21 min )

A naked call is an options strategy in which the investor writes (sells) call options without owning the underlying security.  ( 22 min )

The S&P 500 posted gains of 0.2% on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, heading into the holiday break amid expectations that the Fed will cut interest rates next year.  ( 18 min )

Rocket Lab USA shares skyrocketed after it received a U.S. government contract worth as much as $515 million.  ( 19 min )

Companies don't elect to leave an exchange so much as they're asked to. Find out why.  ( 23 min )

An economic indicator refers to data, usually at the macroeconomic scale, that is used to gauge the health or growth trends of a nation's economy, or of a specific industry sector.  ( 29 min )

Here's what to do if you contribute to a Roth IRA and your income is too high or you contribute more than you're allowed to any IRA.  ( 27 min )

Learn more about the Guyanese dollar, the official and only currency of Guyana.  ( 24 min )

Positive feelings about where inflation is heading sent a closely watched gauge of consumer attitudes to its highest level since July.  ( 18 min )

Certificates of deposit (CDs) are a good option for conservative investing. Learn about KeyBank’s CDs and rates to see if they’re right for your financial goals.  ( 24 min )

Discover why you don't have to worry about a volatile market's impact on your simplified employee pension plan. Learn to use your SEP to navigate the markets.  ( 24 min )

Naked shorting occurs when sellers short assets without borrowing them or securing that ability first.  ( 31 min )

When your desired asset allocation among stocks and bonds gets out of line, there are several ways you can get it back into balance.  ( 27 min )

Roth 401(k) and 403(b) plans can beat traditional plans over the long term by providing tax savings at retirement.  ( 25 min )

American Express CD rates can be much higher than average with certain terms, and there’s no minimum balance to open a new CD.  ( 21 min )

Many economists predicted a recession in 2023 that has not yet come to fruition. Have we avoided it?  ( 20 min )

Opening an options trading account is an essential step in trading Bitcoin options. Learn what you need to open an options trading account and how to do it.  ( 24 min )

Learn about different hedging strategies to reduce portfolio volatility and risk, including diversification, index options, and volatility hedging.  ( 21 min )

A demand draft is a method used by individuals to make transfer payments from one bank account to another.  ( 26 min )

Stock options can be lucrative for employees who know how to avoid unnecessary taxes. Learn how employee stock options work and whether they're right for you.  ( 27 min )

BMO offers a relatively basic CD with special rates for certain terms. Learn about BMO's current CD rates and features to make an informed decision and grow your savings.  ( 21 min )

A KSOP is a qualified retirement plan that combines an employee's stock ownership plan (ESOP) with a 401(k).  ( 23 min )

Housing affordability is the worst since 2007 by one measure, as wages haven't kept up with housing costs.  ( 19 min )

Predicting a market crash is challenging. Read how Robert Shiller's CAPE ratio helps investors see if the markets might be headed for a fall.  ( 30 min )

Making a plan, developing a niche, and other key behaviors to grow a successful, long-term career in real estate. We look at 10 such habits for success.  ( 27 min )

Most taxpayers should get their tax refund within 21 days of filing. Returns filed electronically and direct deposits are processed first.  ( 28 min )

Apple Bank offers a variety of CDs with rates that beat the national average, but fall short of the leading issuers. Learn more about Apple Bank’s certificates of deposit.  ( 21 min )

The Pension Protection Act of 2006 protects workers’ pensions and expands options for saving and investing for retirement.  ( 30 min )

Social economics is a branch of economics that focuses on the relationship between social behavior and economics.  ( 26 min )

Are you considering developing a career in investment banking? Understand the nature of the profession and the important factors.  ( 23 min )

Here are the best online brokerage accounts and trading platforms with low costs and fees plus the best trading experience, mobile apps, and more.  ( 38 min )

Many workers are not confident that Social Security will be around during their retirement. Here’s what you need to know about its future.  ( 27 min )

U.S. equities headed into the long holiday weekend with gains at midday Friday, Dec. 22, 2023.  ( 18 min )

Nike shares plunged after the athletic apparel retailer cut its full-year revenue forecast, citing softness in demand, especially overseas.  ( 19 min )

A type I error is a kind of error that occurs when a null hypothesis is rejected, though it is true. Discover more about the type I error.  ( 24 min )

Cryptocurrencies have been touted as being revolutionary, but what exactly is it good for? We discuss the current uses of crypto in this article.  ( 26 min )

Bristol Myers Squibb said it will pay $14 billion to buy Karuna Therapeutics to boost its neuroscience portfolio.  ( 18 min )

We look at the difference in taxes on income and services offered on both sides of the border to determine where individuals would be better off financially.  ( 25 min )

Accounting fraud is an illegal effort to alter corporate financial statements to skirt regulation or hide the true picture of a company.  ( 31 min )

Rates on 30-year and 15-year new purchase loans are keeping near their lowest averages since May. And the 30-year jumbo average fell today to a six-month low.  ( 20 min )

Chinese gaming stocks tumbled Friday morning after regulators proposed new rules designed to curb the amount of time and money spent on video games.  ( 19 min )

Learn what risk avoidance and risk reduction are, what the differences between the two are, and some techniques investors can use to mitigate their risk.  ( 22 min )

A block trading facility (BTF) allows parties to bilaterally engage (buy/sell) in large transactions away from exchanges to avoid an outlier price point.  ( 22 min )

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure showed a continued slowdown, supporting the possibility of a soft landing.  ( 19 min )

A wrap account is a type of investment account where a single fee covers all the costs charged to the account.  ( 26 min )

You should be able to roll over your 401(k) into a Roth IRA, but be sure to understand the tax consequences first.  ( 30 min )

The better you understand why insider trading can be criminal, the better you'll understand how the market works.  ( 23 min )

A look at what goes into the cost of a cup of coffee.  ( 24 min )

Learn where your favorite cup of Joe probably comes from and discover how coffee drives the economies of these developing countries.  ( 21 min )

Pharmaceutical giant Bristol Myers Squibb is buying Karuna Therapeutics for $14 billion to expand its psychiatric drugs portfolio and Nike shares slumped after slashing its guidance, while investors brace for the latest inflation reading. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

These three stocks are worth adding to your watchlist today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to monitor.  ( 21 min )

Although Switzerland is no longer a place to "hide" money, it still offers the wealthy some benefits for living and keeping their money there.  ( 25 min )

Forex spread betting allows speculation on the movements of the selected currency without actually transacting in the foreign exchange market.  ( 20 min )

The bullish abandoned baby is a type of candlestick pattern used by traders to signal a reversal of a downtrend. It is rare but can be powerful.  ( 23 min )

Canadian residents who earn dividend income may be eligible to receive the Federal Dividend Tax Credit.  ( 23 min )

A pivot is a turning point in the price of an asset. Being able to read pivots can help investors spot trends and use them advantageously. Learn more about using pivots.  ( 25 min )

A homestead exemption protects the value of a home from property taxes and creditors after the death of a homeowner spouse. Some form is available in all but two states.  ( 27 min )

Socialism's role in the world has changed dramatically in the last several decades.  ( 25 min )

This growth stock helps individuals and businesses streamline an inconvenient process.  ( 35 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The sense of doom that gripped crypto markets at the end of 2022 following a $1.5 trillion wipeout has 12 months later given way to a very different sentiment: avarice. Most Read from BloombergHyperloop One to Shut Down After Failing to Reinvent TransitSupreme Court Refuses to Fast-Track Trump Immunity ClashTencent Leads $80 Billion Rout as China Rekindles Crackdown FearOpenAI Is in Talks to Raise New Funding at Valuation of $100 Billion or MoreStocks Extend Bull Run on Soft Landi  ( 37 min )

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Cruise operator Carnival is benefiting as consumers unleash pent-up demand for travel.  ( 35 min )

Shares of Warren Buffett’s conglomerate are roughly even with the S&P 500 over the past 20 years.  ( 26 min )

Palantir's stock is not for the fainthearted.  ( 36 min )

These companies enjoyed success in 2023 and are positioned to repeat in the new year.  ( 37 min )

There are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about CRISPR's future.  ( 36 min )

Apple's stock price rose in 2023 while its performance suffered.  ( 34 min )

Trump dismissed the stock-market's breathless rally this year as a boon for the wealthy after President Biden boasted about its performance under him.  ( 34 min )

Canoo stock has suffered as the hype and enthusiasm for EV stocks is fading.  ( 34 min )

The EV industry might get a gift from central bankers in the form of interest rate cuts in 2024.  ( 35 min )

After a year of being beseeched with bad news, real estate investors got a ray of sunshine from Fannie Mae. The government-backed lender recently announced it will reduce the minimum down payment on owner-occupied multiunit properties. That amounts to a major reduction from the previous minimum of between 15% and 25%. Benzinga looks at the new rules, and how they could benefit real estate investors. Huge Potential Benefit For Real Estate Investors This move has the potential to radically expand  ( 37 min )

U.S. SEC officials met on Thursday with representatives of at least seven companies hoping to launch exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to spot bitcoin early in 2024, and told at least two to submit final changes by the end of next week, according to public memos and two people familiar with the discussions. Among those holding discussions with the Securities and Exchange Commission were representatives from BlackRock and Grayscale Investments, as well as ARK Investments and 21 Shares. The SEC is due to decide whether to approve or reject the joint proposal from ARK and 21 Shares by Jan. 10.  ( 36 min )

The timing may be coincidental, but the IRS says two Covid-related tax programs will save millions of taxpayers more than $1 billion.  ( 22 min )

Shares of Ansys climbed late Friday following the report that Synopsys was in talks to acquire the engineering-software company. Ansys' shares were recently up about 12%, while those of Synopsys fell. Ansys had earlier risen after Bloomberg on Thursday reported that the company was weighing a sale  ( 23 min )

House prices in Germany dropped by a record 10.2pc in the third quarter in a further sign of the struggles faced by Europe’s largest economy since the pandemic.  ( 58 min )

Tesla CEO Elon Musk and ARK’s Cathie Wood discussed the downside of indexes, the upside of staying private, and regulation.  ( 24 min )

The share price was up over 11%, the most since March 2020, according to Dow Jones Market Data.  ( 22 min )

Pershing Square Capital Management Founder and CEO Bill Ackman, a billionaire hedge fund manager with a net worth of $4 billion, is known for his strategic investment bets made by timing the markets. Ackman previously made a 100-fold profit by hedging his investments using credit default swaps after predicting an economic shutdown resulting from the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. He also pocketed $200 million from shorting U.S. Treasuries in October. Given his impressive track record of timing  ( 37 min )

On Dec. 13, a major change in investor sentiment toward real estate investment trusts (REITs) took place as the Federal Reserve announced another pause in interest rate hikes and suggested there would be three rate cuts in 2024. The REIT sector, which has performed well since early November, took off for several days, before pulling back after Dec. 14. Many low-priced REITs that have been laggards throughout the first 10 months of 2023 are now seeing renewed buying. It seems like investors are b  ( 38 min )

Citadel Founder and CEO Ken Griffin is one of the most successful investors of all time, managing over $62 billion in assets. He is also the founder of Citadel Securities, the largest market-making firm for the New York Stock Exchange and one of the largest designated market makers in the world. Citadel Securities is involved in one out of four stock trades placed in U.S. exchanges and nearly 40% of all retail trades. With a net worth of $37.5 billion, Griffin is one of the richest hedge fund ma  ( 37 min )

Recent news from Tilray and the White House has investors feeling bullish.  ( 35 min )

"Home prices keep marching higher," NAR’s chief economist Lawrence Yun said in a statement, arguing that "only a dramatic rise in supply will dampen price appreciation."  ( 35 min )

As much as investors love regular dividend payments, it's even more "special" when one of their stocks pays a special dividend, most often at the end of the calendar year. Because real estate investment trusts (REITs) are required to pay shareholders 90% or more of taxable income each year, special dividend distributions are often required when a REIT disposes of assets with large gains, which increases the taxable income for that year. The special dividend benefits shareholders with a larger an  ( 37 min )

With the majority of growth stocks being overbought, this hidden gem should be on your watch list.  ( 35 min )

Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) shares closed slightly higher on Thursday despite a decline in crude oil prices. Benchmark U.S. crude oil for February delivery declined 33 cents to settle at $73.89 per barrel on Thursday. The San Ramon, California-based company’s $53 billion all-stock deal for Hess (NYSE: HES) is scheduled for an early-2024 completion. Chevron and Hess recently received a request for additional information and documentary material from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in conne  ( 35 min )

Keeping a dividend growth streak going can sometimes be a bit of a game for companies, with the losers being investors.  ( 36 min )

Alibaba stock has good reasons to rise from here.  ( 36 min )

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The stock market reaction was swift. NetEase tumbled 21%, Tencent stock was down 13%, shares in Alibaba Group dropped 2.3%, and JD.com stock was down 2.2%.  ( 23 min )

Rocket Lab USA stock soared Friday after the aerospace company said it won a U.S. government contract worth as much as $515 million. Shares traded up about 20% after the news. As of Thursday's close, shares of the Long Beach, Ca.-based company had gained 18% this year. The company said in a regula  ( 24 min )

A fresh read on the Fed's preferred inflation measure could prompt a rethink of the rate-cut bets driving stocks' rally.  ( 37 min )

The market is getting expensive, but there are still deals to be found.  ( 36 min )

These stocks may look cheap, but they come with some significant risks.  ( 36 min )

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Annual U.S. inflation slowed further below 3% in November and underlying price pressures continued to abate, which could cement financial market expectations for an interest rate cut next March. Inflation, as measured by the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, fell 0.1% last month after being unchanged in October, the Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis said on Friday. In the 12 months through November, the PCE price index increased 2.6% after rising 2.9% in October.  ( 34 min )

The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation fell last month in another sign that price pressures easing in the face of the central bank's interest rate hikes. Friday's report from the Commerce Department showed that U.S. consumer prices slid 0.1% last month from October and rose 2.6% from November 2022. Excluding volatile food and energy prices, so-called core inflation last month rose 0.1% from October and 3.2% from a year earlier.  ( 34 min )

These top growth stocks could help power your portfolio's performance in 2024 and beyond.  ( 37 min )

It's easy to be bullish on this leading payments enterprise.  ( 36 min )

Some retirement strategies won't work as well when factoring in Social Security taxes.  ( 36 min )

A fresh read on the Fed's preferred inflation measure could prompt a rethink of the rate-cut bets driving stocks' rally.  ( 37 min )

A fresh read on the Fed's preferred inflation measure could prompt a rethink of the rate-cut bets driving stocks' rally.  ( 37 min )

Karuna has an experimental schizophrenia drug called KarXT up for U.S. government approval.  ( 19 min )

Ark Invest is taking advantage of a stock down after earnings.  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Prosus NV shares suffered a record drop on Friday after China issued a raft of new measures that limit players’ spending within video games, dealing a blow to the value of the company’s holding in Chinese internet giant Tencent Holdings Ltd.Most Read from BloombergHyperloop One to Shut Down After Failing to Reinvent TransitHarvard Financial Pain Grows as Blavatnik Joins Donor RevoltVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineTencent Leads $80 Billion Rout as China R  ( 35 min )

Following successful investors can give insights to where they see opportunity and Bill Gates has some interesting thoughts on where to put money.  ( 35 min )

This AI lending platform will undoubtedly need to register monster growth.  ( 36 min )

EPS estimates show this company could double Nvidia's stock growth over the next two years.  ( 36 min )

Nike’s cost cuts, Hollywood’s festive box office push, the holiday travel rush is on, and other news to start your day.  ( 37 min )

Both of these companies are worth less than $1.2 billion, but they might not be for long.  ( 38 min )

Shipping companies sailing around the Cape of Good Hope to avoid Houthi attacks on the Red Sea face tough choices over where to refuel and restock, as African ports struggle with red tape, congestion and poor facilities, companies and analysts say. Hundreds of large vessels are rerouting around the southern tip of Africa, a longer route adding 10-14 days of travel, to escape drone and missile attacks by Yemeni Houthis that have pushed up oil prices and freight rates. South Africa's major ports, including Durban, one of Africa's largest in terms of container volumes handled, as well as Cape Town and Ngqura ports are among the worst performing globally, a World Bank 2022 index released in May found.  ( 34 min )

Registration data and app downloads could point to an over-inflated consensus for fourth-quarter deliveries.  ( 23 min )

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These companies prioritize returning capital to shareholders.  ( 37 min )

A multiyear move in the S&P 500 could be right around the corner.  ( 37 min )

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These two companies are on track to take advantage of two huge growth opportunities within the AI niche that could send their share prices soaring.  ( 38 min )

Both of these exchange-traded funds are great picks for long-term investors.  ( 36 min )

Costco stock continues to crush the market, but will it last?  ( 38 min )

Will Intel stock have another great year in 2024?  ( 35 min )

These two stocks could deliver impressive returns if you hold them for a decade or more.  ( 37 min )

These two top tech performers could keep soaring in the new year by outperforming the market's growth expectations.  ( 38 min )

This growth stock is not without risk, but the risk versus reward is excellent for long-term investors.  ( 35 min )

Among Apple, Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, Nvidia, Meta Platforms, and Tesla, there are three industry-leading juggernauts that a trio of Wall Street analysts believe will soar.  ( 39 min )

Beijing is taking aim once again at online gaming. New draft regulations issued Friday proposed a slew of measures to limit the amount of time and money players spend online. For inv  ( 24 min )

And it could keep raising its dividend for years to come.  ( 37 min )

The average Social Security is probably much lower than you think, which is why you need savings to supplement your retirement benefits.  ( 35 min )

Portfolio concentration has been Berkshire Hathaway's not-so-subtle secret to long-term success.  ( 38 min )

Southern is on the cusp of an important business shift, which should lead to an important change in the dividend policy.  ( 36 min )

The crypto world is predicting another boom in 2024 as the industry frees itself from problems of the past. But it also faces plenty of potential risks.  ( 38 min )

These three growth stocks have rallied hard in 2023.  ( 37 min )

China's imports of critical chip-making lithography systems from the Netherlands surged 1,050 per cent by value in November, in a sign that domestic semiconductor firms are not yet cut off from receiving orders on certain advanced equipment in the wake of tightened US export rules. China imported 16 of the Dutch projection systems valued at US$762.7 million last month, a tenfold year-on-year increase. That compares with 21 lithography systems imported from the country for US$672.5 million in Oct  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Shares in Asia gave up earlier gains led by a selloff in technology shares in Hong Kong after China unveiled new restrictions for the world’s biggest mobile games arena.Most Read from BloombergHyperloop One to Shut Down After Failing to Reinvent TransitHarvard Financial Pain Grows as Blavatnik Joins Donor RevoltVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineGiuliani Files for Bankruptcy After $148 Million Defamation LossUS Inflation Report to Show Fed’s Battle Is Now A  ( 36 min )

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Over the last three days, Warren Buffett’s firm bought another $313 million worth of the energy company’s stock.  ( 20 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Ansys Inc., an engineering software provider, is weighing options, including a sale, after getting takeover interest, according to people familiar with the matter. Most Read from BloombergHyperloop One to Shut Down After Failing to Reinvent TransitHarvard Financial Pain Grows as Blavatnik Joins Donor RevoltTencent Leads $80 Billion Rout as China Rekindles Crackdown FearVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineGiuliani Files for Bankruptcy After $148 Million Defam  ( 35 min )

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The S&P 500 posted gains of 0.2% on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, heading into the holiday break amid expectations that the Fed will cut interest rates next year.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities headed into the long holiday weekend with gains at midday Friday, Dec. 22, 2023.  ( 1 min )

Chinese gaming stocks tumbled Friday morning after regulators proposed new rules designed to curb the amount of time and money spent on video games.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up slightly in premarket trading Friday after the Fed's preferred inflation gauge showed prices rose less than expected in November.  ( 1 min )

Pharmaceutical giant Bristol Myers Squibb is buying Karuna Therapeutics for $14 billion to expand its psychiatric drugs portfolio and Nike shares slumped after slashing its guidance, while investors brace for the latest inflation reading. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

These three stocks are worth adding to your watchlist today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to monitor.  ( 1 min )

Rocket Lab USA shares skyrocketed after it received a U.S. government contract worth as much as $515 million.  ( 1 min )

Bristol Myers Squibb said it will pay $14 billion to buy Karuna Therapeutics to boost its neuroscience portfolio.  ( 1 min )

Nike shares plunged after the athletic apparel retailer cut its full-year revenue forecast, citing softness in demand, especially overseas.  ( 1 min )

Het kerstdiner van een dochterbedrijf van vliegtuigbouwer Airbus in Frankrijk is uitgelopen op een bittere pil. Meer dan zevenhonderd werknemers kregen na het diner last van klachten als heftig overgeven of buikloop.  ( 8 min )

Oud-Eurocommissaris Neelie Kroes heeft geen Europese regels overtreden met haar lobbywerk voor taxidienst Uber. Dat concludeert het fraudebureau van de Europese Unie na onderzoek.  ( 9 min )

Het is nog altijd niet zeker of het bedrijf achter de sportketens Perry Sport, Aktiesport en Sprinter een doorstart gaat maken. Sports Unlimited Retail, moederbedrijf van de sportzaken, werd begin deze maand failliet verklaard.  ( 3 min )

De boete die Chemours krijgt als het vanaf 1 januari een chemische stof blijft lozen, is terecht. Dat heeft de rechter vrijdag geoordeeld. Een dreigende boete voor de uitstoot van een andere stof wordt wel geschrapt.  ( 10 min )

De gaskraan in Groningen mag deze winter gewoon worden opengedraaid als het heel erg koud wordt. Dat oordeelde een voorzieningenrechter van de Raad van State vrijdag.  ( 9 min )

Het is nog altijd niet zeker of het bedrijf achter de sportketens Perry Sport, Actiesport en Sprinter een doorstart gaat maken. Sports Unlimited Retaill, moederbedrijf van de sportzaken, werd begin deze maand failliet verklaard.  ( 8 min )

Huurprijzen van woningen in de gereguleerde sector mogen vanaf 1 juli 2024 met maximaal 5,8 procent stijgen. In praktijk gaan veel huren minder hard omhoog, omdat woningcorporaties niet alle huren maximaal mogen verhogen.  ( 9 min )

Een achttienjarige Brit is veroordeeld voor het hacken van Grand Theft Auto-ontwikkelaar Rockstar. Hij wordt voor onbepaalde tijd opgenomen in een psychiatrisch ziekenhuis. De tiener brak in op de servers van de spelproducent en plaatste gestolen video's van GTA VI online.  ( 9 min )

Werkgevers en vakbonden in de afbouw hebben een cao-resultaat bereikt. Zowel in maart als in september gaan de lonen voor iedereen met 150 euro omhoog. Gemiddeld komt het neer op een loonstijging van 9 procent.  ( 9 min )

Zalando ligt met een van zijn grootste leveranciers in de clinch over het gebruik van plastic. Inditex wil minder plastic gebruiken, maar Zalando weigert al een jaar lang om van plastic kledingverpakkingen af te stappen.  ( 8 min )

Zalando ligt met moederbedrijf Inditex in de clinch over het gebruik van plastic. Inditex wil minder plastic gebruiken, maar Zalando weigert al een jaar lang om van plastic kledingverpakkingen af te stappen.  ( 8 min )

X-eigenaar Elon Musk heeft in de meeste Amerikaanse staten een vergunning aangevraagd om betalingen te mogen verwerken met X. De miljardair wil dat gebruikers vanaf de zomer van 2024 kunnen betalen met de app van X.  ( 8 min )

De economie is in het derde kwartaal harder gekrompen dan eerder werd gedacht. Cijfers over de consumptie van huishoudens en investeringen van bedrijven vallen in nieuwe berekeningen van statistiekbureau CBS nog iets slechter uit. We zitten dus nog iets dieper in een recessie.  ( 9 min )

De afvalbranche heeft dit jaar flinke schade geleden door ontploffende lachgascilinders. De kosten lopen op tot 65 miljoen euro.  ( 9 min )

De afvalbranche heeft dit jaar flinke schade geleden door ontploffende lachgascilinders. De kosten lopen op tot 65 miljoen euro. Tot nu toe zijn er al duizenden cilinders ontploft in ovens van afvalverwerkers.  ( 9 min )

Bij vakbond FNV hebben zich afgelopen week nog meer medewerkers van het ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport (VWS) gemeld met ervaringen van grensoverschrijdend gedrag. Dinsdag publiceerde de vakbond ook al alarmerende uitkomsten van een peiling over het onderwerp.  ( 9 min )

Koophuizen zijn in november opnieuw duurder geworden. Het is al de zesde maand op rij dat de gemiddelde prijs van een koopwoning hoger is dan de maand ervoor. Dat blijkt uit cijfers van statistiekbureau CBS en het Kadaster.  ( 8 min )

Apothekers hebben het afgelopen jaar gemerkt dat steeds meer patiënten hun medicatie niet ophalen. De kosten van de medicijnen vormen daarvoor de belangrijkste reden, blijkt uit onderzoek van apothekersorganisatie KNMP.  ( 9 min )

There are no age restrictions, but other eligibility rules govern both Roth and traditional IRAs.  ( 24 min )

Practical advice on saving for financial emergencies, college, and retirement, as well as goals such as a new car, a home, or launching a business.  ( 30 min )

SEP IRAs and SIMPLE IRAs have key differences, such as who can contribute and how much. Learn more about their differences and similarities.  ( 23 min )

Peer-to-peer is the exchange of information, data, or assets between two parties. Virtual currency is a digital representation of value with no tangible form.  ( 22 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.79% from Climate First Bank for 8 months, 5.75% from INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months, and three 5.70% offers ranging from 7 to 14 months.  ( 20 min )

Calculating financial ratios can help investors understand a company's financial position. The implications of authorized shares and outstanding shares can be key.  ( 25 min )

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 included incentives for electric vehicle ownership, but there are some changes for 2024.  ( 25 min )

Casino finance is a slang term for an investment strategy that is considered extremely risky.  ( 24 min )

Though the IRS puts strict limits on how much you can contribute to an IRA annually, and limits on how much you can earn to open a Roth IRA, there are loopholes to be exploited.  ( 28 min )

A wasting asset is an item that irreversibly declines in value over time. This can include vehicles and machinery as well as options contracts.  ( 23 min )

The S&P 500 rose 1% on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, with positive corporate earnings news helping U.S. equities bounce back from Wednesday's selloff.  ( 18 min )

BlackBerry shares slipped after current quarter guidance was less than expected, as strikes against the Big Three automakers affected its business.  ( 19 min )

Reinvestment risk is the possibility that an investor might be unable to reinvest cash flows at a rate comparable to their current rate of return.  ( 22 min )

Level II Nasdaq market makers' can show you the best bid and ask prices, what's happening in a given stock, and what type of traders are buying or selling.  ( 26 min )

There are various sources of risk for any business, including risks from the marketplace, employee-related risks and financing risks.  ( 22 min )

Paychex shares dropped as macroeconomic pressures on businesses, including high costs and a tight labor market, affected its revenue.  ( 18 min )

Shares of cruise operator Carnival Corp. jumped Thursday after the company reported record fourth-quarter and full-year revenue, and forecast another strong year in 2024.  ( 19 min )

ERC20 dictates the standard functions that Ethereum smart contracts must include in their coding. The standard allows for re-usable tokens and blockchain transparency.  ( 23 min )

The lender of the shares in a short sale can ask for the shares back at any time, with minimal notice, but this rarely happens.  ( 25 min )

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Typically, small-cap companies are not a safer investment than large-cap companies and tend to be risker given their greater volatility.  ( 21 min )

Micron Technology shares jumped to lead S&P 500 gains after its latest earnings report—here's why.  ( 19 min )

Learn about net income versus gross income (also known as gross profit). See how to calculate gross profit and net income when analyzing a stock.  ( 30 min )

Waiting out the frenzy of Christmas sales could actually save you a lot of money.  ( 24 min )

For centuries, silver has been used as currency, for jewelry, and as a long term investment option.  ( 25 min )

A dormant account is a customer bank deposit that has seen no activity other than the posting of interest for a long period of time. Here's what happens to dormant accounts.  ( 25 min )

Signal lines are used in technical indicators, especially oscillators, to generate buy and sell signals or suggest a change in a trend. Learn more about how they work.  ( 24 min )

Calculate pivot points in forex trading with derivative formulas for greater returns such as with r1 r2 r3 s1 s2 s3.  ( 25 min )

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Learn how you can sidestep these 11 common financial mistakes with your retirement savings.  ( 28 min )

An elective-deferral contribution is a contribution an employee elects to transfer from his or her pay into an employer-sponsored retirement plan.  ( 25 min )

Self-directed retirement accounts typically offer a broader range of investment choices than regular 401(k) and IRA plans.  ( 27 min )

MiFID II is a European Union packet of financial industry reform legislation instituted to regulate financial markets and replace MiFID.  ( 29 min )

Toyota is recalling 1.12 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles because of a potentially faulty airbag sensor.  ( 18 min )

Understanding correlation and uncorrelated assets can help protect against random events in the market for investors. Keep your portfolio safe today.  ( 23 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase loans are holding firm after dropping to their lowest average in seven months. The 15-year average is also near its cheapest price since May.  ( 20 min )

CarMax shares jumped after quarterly results topped analysts' expectations. The company reported growth in wholesale market sales and a decline in costs, but noted weakness in the retail used car market.  ( 19 min )

If you own a small business, the self-employed 401(k) or solo 401(k) has some clear advantages over other retirement planning options that are available to you.  ( 28 min )

The average rate offered for a 30-year mortgage fell for an eighth week, hitting 6.67%, its lowest since June, according to Freddie Mac.  ( 17 min )

U.S. equities bounced back from Wednesday's declines with gains at midday Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, after several companies reported better-than-expected results.  ( 18 min )

Coin burning could help control the circulating supply of digital tokens and help the developers adjust a token's dollar value.  ( 23 min )

Before signing up for dental insurance, review group and individual policy options, research in-network dentists, and research the levels of coverage provided.  ( 26 min )

Maximum leverage is the largest allowable size of a trading position permitted through a leveraged account.  ( 21 min )

We researched and evaluated 19 real estate crowdfunding platforms and rated them based on fees, account services, investment minimums, investment selection, and more.  ( 29 min )

Retiring with little to no money saved isn’t impossible, but it does require some strategic planning to make it work.  ( 28 min )

Capital risk is the potential of loss of part or all of an investment. Discover more about the term "Capital Risk" here.  ( 22 min )

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Certificates of deposit (CDs) can be a great method to save money for the future. Learn about PenFed CD rates, and see if they’re a good fit for your finances.  ( 24 min )

Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global are conducting early merger talks, according to a report by Axios.  ( 19 min )

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The difference between bad debt and good debt depends on what the money is used for and how it provides financial or other value in the long run.  ( 27 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth watching today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 21 min )

The fundamental role of trader psychology tends to be underestimated.  ( 27 min )

If you recently moved or spent considerable time in another state, be sure to check the residency rules of that apply to you.  ( 28 min )

If you took out a mortgage in November instead of October, you saved yourself enough money to buy a couple of tanks of gas, or three streaming subscriptions every month.  ( 19 min )

Analysts largely saw a recession coming in 2023, leading them to undershoot on calls for the economy, inflation, and the stock market.  ( 21 min )

Sugar No. 11 refers to a futures contract for 112,000 pounds of raw cane sugar.  ( 21 min )

Futures contracts are available for all sorts of financial products, from equity indexes to precious metals. Learn how options work with futures.  ( 24 min )

Warner Bros. Discovery shares gained on reports it was in talks to merge with Paramount Global and Micron Technology shares surged as the memory chip maker reported strong results in data center sales. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

The annuity method of depreciation, also known as the compound interest method, looks at an asset's depreciation be determining its rate of return.  ( 23 min )

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The Capital Cost Allowance is an annual deduction in the Canadian code that can be claimed on depreciable assets.  ( 25 min )

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Deposition testimony from billionaire Jimmy Haslam supports claims by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathway that Haslam tried to bribe employees at the Pilot truck stop chain amid a dispute with Berkshire over the future of the company, a Berkshire attorney told a judge Thursday. In a deposition Tuesday, Haslam denied offering a “side payment” to Pilot Travel Centers controller David Clothier if the Haslam family exercises its right to sell its remaining 20% stake in PTC to Berkshire, attorney Ryan Stottmann told Vice Chancellor Morgan Zurn.  ( 36 min )

Cybersecurity stocks have been gaining momentum in recent months alongside the rest of the tech sector. Undoubtedly, trimming away from a firm’s cybersecurity budget tends to be a pretty risky (potentially even dangerous) move to get one’s IT spending budget below a certain threshold. By skimping on cybersecurity spending, one potentially opens the door to cyber threats and even pricier damages in the event of a future breach. Though cybersecurity stocks haven’t been as defensive during the tech  ( 37 min )

One pundit following its Hong Kong-listed shares feels they are undervalued.  ( 35 min )

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The apparel maker beat estimates for second quarter profit.  ( 25 min )

Upstart uses artificial intelligence (AI) to make lending decisions.  ( 34 min )

The chiefs of Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount met this week and discussed a potential merger. But results from such big deals over the past decade haven’t been impressive.  ( 33 min )

Palantir and Nvidia are two of the best known artificial intelligence (AI) stocks in the market today.  ( 35 min )

Shares of cruise operator Carnival Corp. jumped Thursday after the company reported record fourth-quarter and full-year revenue, and forecast another strong year in 2024.  ( 20 min )

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If you decide to invest in an annuity, you should understand how much stable income you can expect from it. If you have $1 million, you likely want to know how much your monthly payout will be. Monthly cash flow from a $1 million annuity varies depending on several factors, including the type of annuity purchased, the age at which the annuity payments begin and current interest rates. Don't Miss: The average American couple has saved this much money for retirement — How do you compare? Can you g  ( 36 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Hyperloop One, the futuristic transportation company building tube-encased lines to zip passengers and freight from city to city at airplane-like speeds, is shutting down, according to people familiar with the situation.Most Read from BloombergVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineHarvard Financial Pain Grows as Blavatnik Joins Donor RevoltUS Inflation Report to Show Fed’s Battle Is Now All But CompleteGiuliani Files for Bankruptcy After $148 Million Defamatio  ( 35 min )

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In the United States, a person's net worth is a barometer of their financial standing, particularly as they approach retirement. This figure, calculated by subtracting liabilities from assets, varies considerably across the population, shaping the retirement lifestyle and economic security of millions. Finance expert and author Geoff Schmidt evaluates retiree wealth using the most recent data from the Federal Reserve Board’s Survey of Consumer Finances. Don't Miss: The average American couple ha  ( 35 min )

California filed a lawsuit against Kroger Co subsidiary Ralph's Grocery Co on Thursday, accusing it of violating state law by screening out hundreds of job applicants based on their criminal history. The lawsuit, filed in state court by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD), accuses Ralph's of flouting a 2018 law that bars most employers from asking applicants about their criminal record prior to offering them a job. Ralph's, which operates more than 180 grocery stores in California, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.  ( 35 min )

MIAMI (AP) — Carnival Corp. (CCL) on Thursday reported a loss of $48 million in its fiscal fourth quarter. The Miami-based company said it had a loss of 4 cents per share. Carnival shares have more than doubled since the beginning of the year, while the S&P's 500 index has risen 23%.  ( 34 min )

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Here is how much money you and your employer can contribute to your 401(k) retirement savings plan in 2023 and 2024.  ( 26 min )

While ‘millionaire’ might not be as weighty of a title as it was decades ago, seven figures of wealth is a significant accomplishment that indicates success and stability. Mass affluent individuals, with their robust yet accessible wealth, form a vital economic backbone in the United States, while high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) exert more influence across markets. […] The post Differences Between Mass Affluent and High-Net-Worth Individuals appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

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Broadcom Inc (NASDAQ: AVGO) shares settled lower on Wednesday after recently surging to an all-time-high level. On Dec. 7, Broadcom reported mixed fourth-quarter results and issued FY24 revenue guidance above estimates. The company also raised its dividend. The company is making significant strides in the artificial intelligence (AI) field, partnering with major players like Alphabet Inc‘s Google and Comcast Corp. With the recent buzz around Broadcom, some investors may be eyeing potential gains  ( 35 min )

Berkshire Hathaway's Apple investment now makes up half of its portfolio, and we can learn a valuable lesson from it.  ( 37 min )

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These three companies are sitting on secular growth opportunities that could lead to solid long-term upside.  ( 38 min )

Devon Energy has a hefty 6.4% dividend yield and just increased its dividend by over 50%! But it's not going to be right for everyone.  ( 37 min )

Advanced Micro Devices had a strong 2023 with its stock price up over 100%.  ( 35 min )

Calm has returned to the market after stocks snapped a record-setting run of wins on Wednesday.  ( 37 min )

Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) stock is trading higher Thursday as it replaced Trudy Dai, a founding partner, with CEO Eddie Wu as the head of its core Chinese e-commerce platforms, Tmall and Taobao. The move marked Alibaba's strategy to recover from recent challenges, including intensifying competition from PDD Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: PDD). Alibaba is now focusing on recovering its position in cloud and e-commerce. Li Chengdong, head of the Beijing-based Internet think tank Haitun, co  ( 35 min )

AT&T and this Vanguard fund could serve a similar role in a diversified portfolio.  ( 36 min )

It's one of the few stocks Warren Buffett is buying in today's market.  ( 37 min )

Lithium became a hot topic in the EV world this year. But its long-term future looks uncertain.  ( 37 min )

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Should you buy CRISPR's stock on the dip?  ( 36 min )

The stock market is celebrating what could be its potential undoing in 2024.  ( 36 min )

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Get ready for the new year with a strong stock portfolio.  ( 38 min )

The S&P 500 tends to soar when the Fed stops raising interest rates, and it may have reached that point.  ( 37 min )

I wouldn't touch these stocks if I were you.  ( 37 min )

Calm has returned to the market after stocks snapped a record-setting run of wins.  ( 35 min )

Here are three technology stocks that can power your investment portfolio for decades to come.  ( 38 min )

These tech stocks are already established market leaders with strong growth catalysts.  ( 37 min )

If you’re 60 years old with $1.2 million saved for retirement in a traditional IRA, you may be starting to think about required minimum distributions (RMDs) and the hefty annual tax bill they can create once you turn 73. Converting a portion of your IRA to a Roth IRA each year can help you reduce […] The post I'm 60 With $1.2 Million in an IRA. Should I Convert $120,000 Per Year to a Roth to Avoid RMDs? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Costco has a history of issuing special dividends.  ( 36 min )

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These stocks should serve investors well over the long run.  ( 37 min )

It's hard for investors to get excited about this business.  ( 36 min )

There is still much gunpowder left in these red-hot tech stocks.  ( 37 min )

For different reasons, each of these stocks should make your watch list if you're shopping for dividends in 2024.  ( 37 min )

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This competitive advantage could be more important than any special pizza ingredient or recipe.  ( 36 min )

Brookfield Renewable offers a high-yielding payout with lots of upside potential.  ( 37 min )

Does the reward outweigh the risk?  ( 36 min )

China banned exports of rare earth extraction and separation technology on Thursday, in a move it said was partly aimed at protecting national security. The commerce ministry had sought public opinion on the move last December. It also banned the export of production technology for rare earth metals and alloy materials as well as technology to prepare some rare earth magnets.  ( 33 min )

These stocks are currently going in different directions, but both could go up in a new bull market.  ( 37 min )

These two artificial intelligence stocks aren't named Nvidia, Microsoft, or Amazon.  ( 38 min )

The $10 trillion asset tokenization trend is taking off, and Coinbase wants to be at the center of it.  ( 37 min )

The stock market is rallying and these two stocks could keep it going.  ( 36 min )

Judges have asked the Securities and Exchange Commission to weigh in on case that could affect $17 billion industry.  ( 29 min )

Despite its challenges, investors shouldn't count Intel out.  ( 36 min )

The marriage of finance and digital technology, or fintech, has brought a sea-change to the way we spend and use money. From simply accessing our bank accounts online, to the explosive expansion of e-commerce, to the rise of digital payment processing and other consumer financial services – fintech touches all our lives in multiple ways. Of course, this has generated money, too, in the form of profits and investor opportunities. According to the analysts at Mordor Intelligence, the fintech marke  ( 40 min )

These high-octane income stocks, which sport an average yield of 9.25%, can make their patient shareholders notably richer in the new year.  ( 39 min )

Three of last year's best performers still have plenty of upside ahead.  ( 39 min )

You don't want to end up struggling due to a smaller benefit.  ( 35 min )

Governments in the US and Europe are expected to intensify their pressure on tech's biggest names in 2024  ( 38 min )

With its investment in OpenAI and other developments, Microsoft is on the cutting edge of artificial intelligence.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- The rally in US stocks is showing signs of fatigue, and investors should be ready to buy into any declines, according to Citigroup Inc. strategists.Most Read from BloombergVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineS&P Logs Worst Day in Two Months, Bonds Power On: Markets WrapThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingCitigroup Is Exiting Distressed Debt Trading There are 19 out of 24 industry gr  ( 35 min )

Toyota halted all shipments from its subsidiary Daihatsu after an investigation revealed over 170 safety irregularities, including falsified tests.  ( 36 min )

Gilead was once the hottest of biotech stocks. It could well break out again in 2024.  ( 24 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Stocks fell across Asia, following US declines, as optimism over the prospect of Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts waned and investors trimmed holdings before year-end.Most Read from BloombergS&P Logs Worst Day in Two Months, Bonds Power On: Markets WrapThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanOnce Africa’s Richest Woman, Dos Santos Has $734 Million o  ( 36 min )

Those 5% short-term cash yields could go away next year. Here are ways to secure higher yields for longer.  ( 34 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- This year’s hottest derivatives trade, and perhaps also its most divisive, stole the limelight one final time for 2023 as market watchers cast zero-day options as the villains behind Wednesday’s rally-ending slump in US equities.Most Read from BloombergS&P Logs Worst Day in Two Months, Bonds Power On: Markets WrapThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch B  ( 35 min )

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LONDON (Reuters) -Oil prices fell by more than $1 a barrel on Thursday after Angola announced it is leaving the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). Brent crude futures were down $1.30, or 1.63%, to $78.40 a barrel by 1419 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was lower by $1.19, or 1.60%, at $73.03. Angola's oil minister Diamantino Azevedo said the country's membership in OPEC was not serving its interests.  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Toyota Motor Corp. shares slumped the most in 18 months, after subsidiary Daihatsu Motor Co.’s offices were raided over a safety scandal and the automaker recalled 1 million cars in the US. Most Read from BloombergS&P Logs Worst Day in Two Months, Bonds Power On: Markets WrapVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead o  ( 36 min )

BlackBerry shares slipped after current quarter guidance was less than expected, as strikes against the Big Three automakers affected its business.  ( 1 min )

Paychex shares dropped as macroeconomic pressures on businesses, including high costs and a tight labor market, affected its revenue.  ( 1 min )

Micron Technology shares jumped to lead S&P 500 gains after its latest earnings report—here's why.  ( 1 min )

Shares of cruise operator Carnival Corp. jumped Thursday after the company reported record fourth-quarter and full-year revenue, and forecast another strong year in 2024.  ( 1 min )

Toyota is recalling 1.12 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles because of a potentially faulty airbag sensor.  ( 1 min )

CarMax shares jumped after quarterly results topped analysts' expectations. The company reported growth in wholesale market sales and a decline in costs, but noted weakness in the retail used car market.  ( 1 min )

Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global are conducting early merger talks, according to a report by Axios.  ( 1 min )

Winnebago's profit and sales slumped on falling demand and discounted prices for its RVs.  ( 1 min )

The S&P 500 rose 1% on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, with positive corporate earnings news helping U.S. equities bounce back from Wednesday's selloff.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities bounced back from Wednesday's declines with gains at midday Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023, after several companies reported better-than-expected results.  ( 1 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth watching today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures were up in early trading Thursday, putting stocks on track to rebound from yesterday afternoon's sell-off that handed the major indexes their worst day in months.  ( 1 min )

Warner Bros. Discovery shares gained on reports it was in talks to merge with Paramount Global and Micron Technology shares surged as the memory chip maker reported strong results in data center sales. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

Nederland moet over het jaar 2021 een hogere afdracht betalen aan de Europese Unie dan verwacht. Volgens een schatting gaat het om 320 miljoen euro extra, meldt demissionair minister Sigrid Kaag (Financiën) aan de Tweede Kamer.  ( 8 min )

Een onverwachte staking van het personeel van Eurotunnel, de onderzeese verbinding tussen Groot-Brittannië en continentaal Europa, heeft het treinverkeer van en naar Londen platgelegd. Ook het internationale treinverkeer tussen Nederland en Londen ligt plat.  ( 9 min )

Schiphol heeft volgend jaar niet genoeg ruimte voor het toegestane aantal vluchten. De luchthaven heeft te weinig personeel bij de luchtverkeersleiding en de douane.  ( 10 min )

Problematisch gokken wordt verder aan banden gelegd, als het aan demissionair minister voor Rechtsbescherming Franc Weerwind en de Kansspelautoriteit (Ksa) ligt. Zo moeten gokkers een "bewijs van inkomsten" laten zien als ze meer dan 700 euro in een maand willen storten.  ( 9 min )

De Turkse centrale bank gaat weer een stap verder in het verhogen van de rente. Het rentetarief stijgt deze maand van 40 procent naar 42,5 procent. Volgens de bank komt er zo snel mogelijk een einde aan haar eigen "agressieve" beleid.  ( 9 min )

Schiphol heeft volgend jaar minder ruimte voor vluchten dan is toegestaan. Er is niet genoeg personeel bij de luchtverkeersleiding en de douane om de toegestane half miljoen vluchten te halen.  ( 9 min )

Over tien jaar heeft de zorgsector waarschijnlijk zo'n 190.000 tot 195.000 werknemers te weinig. Dat staat in een prognose die demissionair zorgminister Conny Helder donderdag heeft gedeeld.  ( 9 min )

Eet geen eieren van hobbykippen die in de omgeving van de fabriek Chemours worden gehouden. Dat is het advies van het RIVM en de GGD. In deze eieren zitten te veel pfas. Eieren uit de supermarkt zijn wel veilig.  ( 10 min )

Energieprijzen zijn ten opzichte van vorige winter flink gedaald, maar Nederlanders blijven zuinig. De thermostaat staat weer een graadje lager en we douchen nog steeds korter dan twee jaar geleden. Nog meer besparen dan vorig jaar zit er niet in.  ( 10 min )

Huisartsen krijgen mogelijk meer geld voor hun werk. Een rechter oordeelde donderdag dat de Nederlandse Zorgautoriteit (NZa) bij het vaststellen van tarieven van huisartsen te weinig oog voor kostenstijgingen had.  ( 9 min )

PLUS gaat enkele duurzaamheidsclaims verwijderen uit winkels en folders. Toezichthouder ACM had de supermarktketen aangesproken op het ontbreken van een onderbouwing bij termen als "klimaatneutrale supermarkt", "meest verantwoord" en "duurzaam".  ( 8 min )

Bedrijven zamelen veel te weinig plastic flessen in. In plaats van de afgesproken 90 procent kwam in 2022 maar 68 procent van de plastic flessen terug. De Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport is kritisch over verbeterplannen en kondigt daarom een dwangsom aan.  ( 10 min )

De Verenigde Staten overwegen de invoertarieven voor sommige Chinese producten te verhogen. De maatregel moet gaan gelden voor onder meer elektrische auto's, meldt zakenkrant The Wall Street Journal donderdag op basis van anonieme bronnen.  ( 8 min )

Sony heeft in drie jaar tijd ruim 50 miljoen exemplaren van de PlayStation 5 verkocht. De verkoop kwam stroef op gang door productieproblemen als gevolg van de coronapandemie.  ( 9 min )

Twee Zuid-Koreaanse bedrijven gaan investeren in autofabrikant Lightyear uit Helmond. Beide investeerders zijn al actief in de Zuid-Koreaanse auto-industrie.  ( 8 min )

Socialemediaplatform X kampte donderdagochtend kort met een storing. Gebruikers konden daardoor geen berichten zien. Op Allestoringen.nl kwamen duizenden meldingen over X binnen.  ( 8 min )

Socialemediaplatform X lijkt donderdagochtend met een storing te kampen. Zo kunnen gebruikers geen berichten zien. Storingmeldingswebsite Downdetector heeft in korte tijd bijna 50.000 meldingen over X binnengekregen.  ( 8 min )

De werkloosheid in Nederland is in november licht afgenomen. Dat is de tweede daling op een rij. Wel werden er meer WW-uitkeringen verstrekt.  ( 9 min )

De Letse rechtbank heeft Ilmars Rimsevics, de voormalige gouverneur van de Bank van Letland, veroordeeld tot zes jaar cel vanwege omkoping. Hij is veroordeeld voor het aannemen van steekpenningen.  ( 9 min )

In november hebben zich weer meer mensen ziek gemeld en dat kwam vooral door griep. Het ziekteverzuim kwam vorige maand uit op 5 procent, ten opzichte van 4,7 procent in oktober. Vooral in het onderwijs liep het aantal ziekmeldingen op.  ( 9 min )

While debt settlement can be the best option to eliminate outstanding obligations, it can negatively impact your credit score. Learn how debt settlement works.  ( 27 min )

Learn more about some of the factors that influence the valuation of bonds on the open market and why bond prices and yields move in opposite directions.  ( 24 min )

Most households that frequently incur overdraft and nonsufficient fund fees struggle financially, and low-income households are hit hardest.  ( 19 min )

Winnebago's profit and sales slumped on falling demand and discounted prices for its RVs.  ( 18 min )

False signals can drown out underlying trends. Find out how to tone them down and tune them out.  ( 23 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% from Bank of South Texas for 12 months, 5.75% from INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months, and three 5.70% offers ranging from 7 to 14 months.  ( 20 min )

A stock split happens when a company divides its existing stock into multiple shares to boost liquidity. It has implications for both investors and corporations.  ( 25 min )

A forward market is an over-the-counter marketplace that sets the price of a financial instrument or asset for future delivery.  ( 21 min )

MSCI said it would buy wealth technology platform Fabric to help wealth managers and advisors build better portfolios.  ( 18 min )

The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association board approved a tentative agreement Wednesday worth $12 billion that 11,000 pilots will vote on until Jan. 22.  ( 18 min )

Many countries don't levy income taxes but use alternate revenues from value-added or corporate taxes.  ( 26 min )

The debt avalanche method pays off the high-interest debt first, and the debt snowball method focuses on paying off the smallest debt first. Learn how they work.  ( 26 min )

The recent rally in U.S. equities hit the brakes, with the S&P 500 losing 1.5%, as an early afternoon selloff accelerated late in the session.  ( 18 min )

A housing bubble is a run-up in home prices that's fueled by demand, speculation, and exuberance. The bubble bursts when demand falls as supply increases.  ( 26 min )

Short sales work well in bull and bear markets but strict entry and risk management rules are required to overcome the threat of short squeezes.  ( 30 min )

Learn about IRC section 415 limit and why catch-up contributions are not included. Learn about current 401(k) contribution limits, including catch-ups.  ( 24 min )

If you’re waiting for a shipment on a cargo vessel passing through the Middle East, expect it to be a few weeks late—but don’t expect a big hit to the overall U.S. economy.  ( 20 min )

In the forex market, global currencies can be traded at all times of the day. Various factors have increased the volume traded.  ( 23 min )

An Independent 401(k) is a tax-advantaged retirement savings plan available to individual small business owners and their spouses.  ( 24 min )

Find out why short selling was banned in the Indian stock market in 2001 and how it returned with changes for retail and institutional investors.  ( 26 min )

Shares of Google-parent Alphabet traded at a one-year high Wednesday following a report of an impending shake-up in its core advertising business.  ( 19 min )

Learn more about the work of investment bankers. Find out how most professionals got started and the types of financial transactions they handle.  ( 25 min )

Stock ownership can build a lifetime of prosperity, but prospective investors who want to make money in stocks need to avoid a host of common pitfalls.  ( 37 min )

The National Association of Realtors reports a 0.8% gain in existing home sales in November, but the gain may not stretch into December as mortgage applications fell 1.5% on the week.  ( 18 min )

Learn about the SEP IRA offered by Vanguard and why it is popular with many small business owners.  ( 23 min )

A SIMPLE IRA is a retirement savings plan that can be used by most small businesses with 100 or fewer employees.  ( 21 min )

IRAs are an important part of a retirement savings strategy. Here are some of the rules governing these accounts.  ( 22 min )

Higher prices at General Mills sent consumers to lower-priced brands, hurting its sales, and shares dropped.  ( 19 min )

FTX U.S. Derivatives was an exchange and clearinghouse specializing in cryptocurrency derivatives.  ( 22 min )

Management consultant Aon said it would buy middle-market insurance firm NFP in a cash and stock deal worth $13.4 billion.  ( 18 min )

The spark spread is the difference between the wholesale market price of electricity and its cost of production using natural gas.  ( 22 min )

U.S. equities continued their recent rally at midday Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, boosted by tech stocks.  ( 18 min )

FedEx shares tumbled after the delivery firm posted worse-than-expected results and cut its guidance on weaker demand.  ( 18 min )

In this article, we'll look at value investing techniques that legendary investors like Warren Buffett have used to identify undervalued companies.  ( 27 min )

The most common types of price to earnings ratios are forward P/E and trailing P/E. Find out how they differ and the advantages and drawbacks of each.  ( 22 min )

Investors use a variety of leverage ratios—including the debt-to-equity and interest coverage ratios—to identify firms with unhealthy debt levels.  ( 25 min )

As an experienced or new analyst, liabilities tell a deep story of how a company finances, plans and accounts for money it will need to pay at a future date.  ( 26 min )

In 2023, the well-known rules of economics dictated that hundreds of thousands of people should lose their jobs. But instead of cracking, the labor market continued to chug along.  ( 20 min )

Financial analysis reports contain a wealth of valuable information about a company. Here are major sections to consider when writing and reading one.  ( 23 min )

This growing industry is full of opportunities for the socially conscious investor.  ( 24 min )

Learn how the three profit metrics (gross profit, operating profit, and net profit) help investors see how a company is performing.  ( 25 min )

Corporate currency risks include transaction, translation, and economic risks.  ( 24 min )

Understanding the reasons behind high stock prices can lead to better investing. Here are the stories of some of the highest stock prices in history.  ( 26 min )

Consumers are feeling better about the economy and their finances these days, likely because of surging stock prices, cheaper gas, and falling unemployment.  ( 19 min )

Lululemon has succeeded in marketing more than just fitness apparel. The company has strategies for continued growth, but it faces tough competition.  ( 24 min )

An LLC is a good combination of protection with flexibility and tax benefits. It provides an array of taxation alternatives while shielding individual members from personal liability.  ( 26 min )

George Soros spent decades as one of the world's elite investors. He didn't always come out on top, but when he did, it was spectacular.  ( 24 min )

Despite DirecTV positioning itself as the "cool" satellite TV provider, the company’s business model will need to evolve, and soon.  ( 24 min )

A 403(b) plan is a tax-advantaged retirement savings plan for teachers, nurses, and other employees of nonprofits and government agencies.  ( 28 min )

Need an app for investing and trading? Here are the best investment apps based on user experience, trading technology, products, cost, security, and customer service.  ( 33 min )

An event risk is the possibility that an unforeseen event will negatively affect a company, industry, or security.  ( 21 min )

The acid-test ratio is a strong indicator of whether a firm has sufficient short-term assets to cover its immediate liabilities.  ( 26 min )

Understand the difference between an exponential moving average (EMA) and a simple moving average (SMA) and the sensitivity each one shows to changes in the data used in its calculation.  ( 22 min )

Interest rates can have both positive and negative effects on U.S. stocks, bonds, and inflation.  ( 32 min )

Opening a custodial brokerage account can usually be done in just a few minutes and entirely online. Here are some of the things to know before you get started.  ( 29 min )

Thanks to the SEC you can look at the companies and industries that five mega-investors are pouring their billions into.  ( 25 min )

Business success is often the result of hard work and having a passion for your career. Here are some examples of entrepreneurs who found success by doing what they love.  ( 24 min )

Remote work opportunities have expanded significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are just 24 of the regions offering programs for aspiring digital nomads.  ( 36 min )

By looking at the inflation rate each year, you can gain insight into how prices changed and how events around the globe impacted the average U.S. consumer.  ( 29 min )

Future value (FV) is the value of a current asset at a future date based on an assumed rate of growth over time.  ( 31 min )

Summer is coming and working parents who are planning to shell out for their kids' camp can catch a break from the IRS. But it's important to understand all the rules.  ( 25 min )

Does closing a credit card hurt your credit? Not if you take the right steps.  ( 27 min )

U.S. corporations are allowed to deduct a portion of the dividends they receive from other corporations in order to avoid double taxation.  ( 25 min )

Individuals and companies must treat the fair market value of goods and services they receive or provide through bartering as income.  ( 25 min )

Understand the meaning of capital expenditures (CapEx) and find out the implications for companies resulting from relevant tax laws.  ( 24 min )

Taxes are difficult to avoid but there are many strategies you can use to help ward them off so you can legally keep the most of your hard-earned income.  ( 30 min )

A consumer good, or final good, is the end product a business produces that is purchased by a consumer.  ( 24 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase loans dropped again Tuesday, lowering the average to a new low mark not seen since May. But 30-year refinancing rates climbed.  ( 21 min )

The annual addition is the total dollar amount contributed in a given year to a participant's retirement account under a defined-contribution plan.  ( 24 min )

Soft Patch refers to a period in which the economy has slowed down amidst a larger trend of economic growth.  ( 21 min )

These three stocks are worth monitoring today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 20 min )

The phrase taxation without representation describes the quandary of a populace that is required by law to pay taxes but has no say in the matter.  ( 26 min )

Are you considering to invest? Learn the basic tenets that helped legendary fund manager Peter Lynch earn his fortune in investing.  ( 22 min )

FedEx shares fell after it lowered its revenue outlook on lower volume from its air-based unit, and Ford and GM joined a group of automakers opposing a recall of 52 million air bag inflators. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 20 min )

Choosing the right investments is only one piece of the retirement planning puzzle. Here are six tips to keep in mind as you save and invest for retirement.  ( 32 min )

The younger you are, the more your savings can grow. Here are eight basic money rules to get your finances on track.  ( 26 min )

A traditional IRA gives a current-year tax benefit and future years of tax savings—minus the income restrictions that limit who can have a Roth IRA.  ( 23 min )

A trading account can refer to any type of brokerage account but often describes a day trader's active account.  ( 23 min )

(Bloomberg) -- United States Steel Corp. Chief Executive Officer David B. Burritt sold shares of the company worth $12.6 million, a move that was part of a plan made before a recently announced sale to Nippon Steel Corp. and was triggered by a rally in the stock price.Most Read from BloombergVilified Zero-Day Options Blamed by Traders for S&P DeclineS&P Logs Worst Day in Two Months, Bonds Power On: Markets WrapThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsTrump Barred From Colorado Bal  ( 35 min )

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Potentially defective OCS sensors could prevent front passenger air bags from deploying properly, posing added injury risk in the event of a crash.  ( 34 min )

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Cathie Wood is arguably the second-most popular investment manager behind the legendary Warren Buffett.  ( 35 min )

Micron Technology posted better-than- expected results for its November quarter, sending the stock higher in after-hours trading Wednesday.  ( 22 min )

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U.S. stocks closed lower on Wednesday after an abrupt mid-afternoon nosedive ended Wall Street's impressive rally, which had been driven by falling interest rates and the Federal Reserve's dovish turn. All three major U.S. stock indexes began to veer lower around 2:30 p.m. EST, and ended the session 1.3% to 1.5% below Tuesday's close. Stocks were "near all time highs, they hit resistance," Jay Hatfield, portfolio manager at InfraCap in New York, noting the downturn was "surprisingly vociferous, things went from hot to cold real fast."  ( 36 min )

US stocks slipped on Wednesday, as the record-setting rally took a breather after a string of gains over the past week.  ( 48 min )

Stocks plummeted Wednesday. It had just gotten too hot—and Wall Street took profits. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 475 points, or 1.3%, while the S&P 500 fell 1.5% and the Nasdaq Composite declined 1.5%. All three indexes had put together double-digit rallies from October's low point th  ( 17 min )

(Bloomberg) -- US Treasuries clung to gains while stocks strived to hold onto a rebound after a fresh batch of data left traders measuring the chances a soft landing for the world’s largest economy.Most Read from BloombergTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsWhat If Putin Wins? US Allies Fear Defeat as Ukraine Aid StallsApple to Halt US Sales of Smartwatches Afte  ( 36 min )

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The stock market’s long rally is hitting a wall. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 36 points, or 0.1%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are falling 0.2% and 0.1%, respectively. All three indexes were in the green earlier. The S&P 500, at just under 4760, has not been able to rise abov  ( 16 min )

There's a fine line between market momentum and valuation gravity. Don't get caught on the wrong side of that divider. In particular, you may want to keep your hands off these overpriced stocks.  ( 38 min )

U.S. stocks were muted on Wednesday as a gloomy FedEx outlook sapped Wall Street's upward momentum, which had been driven by falling interest rates and the Federal Reserve's dovish turn. The S&P 500 and the Dow were essentially unchanged, with the Nasdaq out front as Alphabet jumped after it announced plans to restructure Google's ad sales unit.  ( 36 min )

Bluebird Bio stock plummeted after the biotech priced a stock offering at $1.50 a share. A landmark FDA approval for its sickle cell disease gene therapy has ushered in disaster for bluebird shareholders.  ( 28 min )

Big Purchase Between October and mid-December 2023, China purchased a massive amount of wheat, totaling 60 million bushels. This included a record-breaking weekly total of 55 million bushels. This unexpected development occurred when U.S. wheat prices had recently hit multi-year lows. Despite initial indications of a record-low year for U.S. wheat exports in 2023/24, China’s sudden purchases are expected to improve prospects in the face of strong competition from other exporting nations. Why Now  ( 34 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Heading into this year, Wall Street’s top prognosticators were almost universally expecting further pain for the stock market after 2022’s disaster. Only a handful saw a rebound coming.Most Read from BloombergTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsApple to Halt US Sales of Smartwatches After Patent LossWhat If Putin Wins? US Allies Fear Defeat as Ukr  ( 37 min )

There's been an ongoing debate about whether retirees should abandon the "4% rule" for withdrawals from retirement accounts, a retirement income rule of thumb for decades. The market volatility of recent years made that rule suspect for many new retirees, but a new study from Morningstar finds that the rule can still apply. Do you […] The post The 4% Rule for Retirement Withdrawals Might Finally Be Safe to Use Again, Says Morningstar appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 35 min )

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As you approach retirement, your net worth is a key indicator of your financial preparedness. Net worth is a fundamental financial metric in retirement planning because it shows how much wealth you have accumulated and can use to support yourself after you stop working. The net worth varies according to a number of factors, including […] The post What Should Your Net Worth Be at Retirement? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

A $4 million nest egg will likely allow you to retire comfortably at age 55. The major challenge will be accumulating that much capital by 55 – about a decade before most people stop working. Other issues include the need to … Continue reading → The post Is $4 Million Enough to Retire on at 55? appeared first on SmartAsset Blog.  ( 35 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Bird Global Inc., the company that put electric scooters onto the sidewalks of major cities, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Southern Florida.Most Read from BloombergTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanThe Hedge Fund Traders Dominating a Massive Bet on BondsApple to Halt US Sales of Smartwatches After Patent LossWhat If Putin Wins? US Allies Fear Defeat as Ukraine Aid StallsThe Miami,  ( 33 min )

Rates on 30-year new purchase loans dropped again Tuesday, lowering the average to a new low mark not seen since May. But 30-year refinancing rates climbed.  ( 21 min )

Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ: COST), last week, reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter and announced a special cash dividend of $15 per share. Costco said first-quarter net sales increased 6.1% year-over-year. The company reported quarterly revenue of $57.8 billion, which beat the consensus estimate of $57.72 billion. The retailer reported adjusted quarterly earnings of $3.48 per share, which beat analyst estimates of $3.42 per share, according to Benzinga Pro. Seve  ( 35 min )

These three stocks have underperformed the market, but their long-term investing theses remain intact.  ( 37 min )

Three stocks worth watching.  ( 37 min )

You may be surprised at the winner of this comparison.  ( 37 min )

Retirement isn't something to rush into. Make sure you're truly prepared.  ( 35 min )

CFRA analyst Garrett Nelson published a list of predictions. Some are bold.  ( 28 min )

While many retirement accounts offer tax-sheltered ways to save and invest, the IRS mandates accountholders start withdrawing money at a certain point. This takes the form of required minimum distributions (RMDs). Required minimum distributions currently start at age 73 for many retirement accounts. It’s not uncommon to reach an age when the IRS requires you […] The post I Have to Take RMDs, But Don’t Need the Money Yet. What Can I Do With It? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 36 min )

Both blue chip dividend stocks are prized for their rich payouts.  ( 36 min )

These stocks have solid long-term growth prospects.  ( 37 min )

One retail chain may have the clearest path to market-beating upside from here.  ( 38 min )

Alphabet and Microsoft are vying for the generative AI throne.  ( 37 min )

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My monthly Social Security is $3,178, my pension will be $2,090 per month and my 401(k) has $800,000. If I use the 4% rule, where do I stand tax-wise? – Reggie This is a great question. I hope it goes without saying, but without having all of your information and completing a full tax return […] The post Ask an Advisor: I Have $800k in a 401(k) and $5,270 in Monthly Income From Social Security and My Pension. How Much Will I Pay in Taxes in Retirement? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.  ( 37 min )

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FedEx shares are falling after a downbeat revenue outlook. However, Wall Street analysts still see several reasons to back a turnaround plan that has driven the stock sharply higher over the past year.  ( 28 min )

A surprise big drop in UK inflation helped prop up faith in the likelihood of interest-rate cuts early next year.  ( 37 min )

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Some employees were expecting payouts that would allow them to become homeowners.  ( 36 min )

These stocks are relatively safe buys with strong positions in their respective industries.  ( 37 min )

SoFi is soaking up deposits and growing quickly in what has been a challenging environment for banks.  ( 37 min )

Ares Capital has a huge 9.8% dividend yield, but investors need to understand the risks that come with that income stream.  ( 37 min )

The market has rebounded sharply in the past few months, but these stocks look like incredible bargains.  ( 35 min )

These growth stocks could help patient investors make money in the market.  ( 37 min )

If you missed the tenfold return in Amazon stock since 2013, this other e-commerce stock might give you another chance.  ( 38 min )

Enbridge is a high-yield midstream company with an increasingly diversified portfolio to support its growing dividend.  ( 37 min )

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Trading near once-in-a-decade valuations, these two businesses deserve a look from buy-and-hold investors.  ( 38 min )

Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway is making money the easy way with these two stocks.  ( 37 min )

If you're a contrarian investor, these are stocks you'll want to consider adding to your portfolio.  ( 37 min )

These beaten-down stocks could deliver huge returns for investors.  ( 37 min )

Innovations in artificial intelligence landed these growth stocks on the Fortune Future 50 List in 2023.  ( 37 min )

This five-year winner's prospects point toward a repeat of solid gains over the next half-decade.  ( 37 min )

These stocks give investors an incentive to buy and hold.  ( 37 min )

Among Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook), Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Alphabet (formerly Google), there are three stocks set to move decisively higher in the new year, based on the prognostications of select analysts.  ( 39 min )

CRISPR Therapeutics stock has increased in the double digits this year.  ( 36 min )

But U.S. lawmakers aren't quite so convinced that the Japanese company's drive to enter the U.S. steel industry is good for American security.  ( 35 min )

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(Bloomberg) -- Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. replaced one of its most experienced executives at the helm of e-commerce and plans to create a firm to oversee its investment assets around the world, the latest in a series of sweeping changes to roil the once-dominant Chinese online juggernaut.Most Read from BloombergApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanTrump Barred From Colorado Ballot in Unprecedented RulingApple to Halt US Sales of Smartwatches After Patent LossWhat If Putin W  ( 36 min )

"We're looking at 2024 and we're concerned that the market is actually going to end up being oversupplied."  ( 35 min )

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MSCI said it would buy wealth technology platform Fabric to help wealth managers and advisors build better portfolios.  ( 1 min )

The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association board approved a tentative agreement Wednesday worth $12 billion that 11,000 pilots will vote on until Jan. 22.  ( 1 min )

Shares of Google-parent Alphabet traded at a one-year high Wednesday following a report of an impending shake-up in its core advertising business.  ( 1 min )

Higher prices at General Mills sent consumers to lower-priced brands, hurting its sales, and shares dropped.  ( 1 min )

Management consultant Aon said it would buy middle-market insurance firm NFP in a cash and stock deal worth $13.4 billion.  ( 1 min )

FedEx shares tumbled after the delivery firm posted worse-than-expected results and cut its guidance on weaker demand.  ( 1 min )

The recent rally in U.S. equities hit the brakes, with the S&P 500 losing 1.5%, as an early afternoon selloff accelerated late in the session.  ( 1 min )

U.S. equities continued their recent rally at midday Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, boosted by tech stocks.  ( 1 min )

These three stocks are worth monitoring today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 1 min )

Stock futures dipped slightly in early trading Wednesday as Treasury yields retreated to their lowest since July.  ( 1 min )

FedEx shares fell after it lowered its revenue outlook on lower volume from its air-based unit, and Ford and GM joined a group of automakers opposing a recall of 52 million air bag inflators. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 1 min )

De ministers van Financiën van EU-landen hebben een akkoord gesloten over nieuwe begrotingsregels. Landen met een hoge staatsschuld krijgen meer tijd om hun schuld te verlagen. In ruil voor de versoepeling worden de nieuwe regels beter nageleefd.  ( 10 min )

De ECB hoeft haar rentetarieven niet snel te verlagen nu de inflatie daalt, vindt DNB-president Klaas Knot. Hij denkt namelijk dat de inflatie komend jaar weer kan oplopen omdat lonen van Europeanen komend jaar zullen stijgen.  ( 9 min )

De ECB hoeft haar rentetarieven niet snel te verlagen nu de inflatie daalt, vindt DNB-president Klaas Knot. Hij denkt namelijk dat de inflatie komend jaar weer kan oplopen omdat lonen van Europeanen komend jaar zullen stijgen.  ( 9 min )

Het stroomnet is overvol in Overijssel, Groningen en de regio Den Haag en daardoor kunnen bedrijven steeds vaker geen nieuwe aansluiting op het stroomnet krijgen. Ook de bouw van nieuwe scholen en grote kantoorpanden met een warmtepomp loopt vertraging op.  ( 9 min )

Het systeem waarin de politie een Europese opsporingslijst bijhoudt voldeed niet aan de privacywetgeving, meldt de Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP) woensdag. Pas na dreiging met een dwangsom paste de politie het systeem aan.  ( 10 min )

De staatssteun die Air France en moedermaatschappij Air France-KLM tijdens de coronapandemie hebben gekregen, had de Europese Commissie niet zomaar mogen goedkeuren. Dat heeft het Hof van Justitie van de Europese Unie woensdag bepaald in een zaak die was aangespannen door budgetmaatschappij Ryanair.  ( 9 min )

Pornhub, XVideos en Stripchat moeten vanaf februari veel beter controleren welke video's er op de site staan en hoe oud gebruikers zijn. Dat is onderdeel van nieuwe Europese regels voor grote online platforms.  ( 9 min )

Huiseigenaren die hun woning verhuren, verdienen daar fors minder aan dan in het verleden. Vooral hogere belastingen, hogere rente en beperking van de huurprijs nemen een hap uit het rendement, blijkt uit onderzoek van het ministerie van Financiën.  ( 9 min )

Huiseigenaren die hun woning verhuren, verdienen daar fors minder aan dan in het verleden. Vooral hogere belastingen, hogere rente en beperking van de huurprijs nemen een hap uit het rendement, blijkt uit onderzoek van het ministerie van Financiën.  ( 9 min )

Het Japanse automerk Daihatsu stopt de levering van alle nieuwe automodellen. Dat besluit komt na de ontdekking dat het bedrijf heeft gesjoemeld met veiligheidstests. Daarbij waren ook Toyota-modellen betrokken.  ( 8 min )

Bij een op de tien vrouwen die zich ziek meldden op het werk ging hun laatste verzuim gepaard met klachten door menstruatie, zwangerschap of de overgang. Vooral dat eerste speelde vaak een rol.  ( 10 min )

In een aantal delen van Den Haag krijgen bedrijven die veel stroom verbruiken de komende tien jaar waarschijnlijk geen nieuwe aansluiting op het stroomnet meer. Volgens netbeheerder Stedin heeft het elektriciteitsstation de maximale capaciteit bereikt voor grootschalig stroomverbruik.  ( 10 min )

Rebellen in Jemen vallen de laatste dagen op de Rode Zee regelmatig voorbijvarende schepen aan. Veel rederijen varen daarom niet meer via het Suezkanaal maar gaan om Afrika heen, een tocht die duizenden kilometers langer is. Wat ga jij daarvan merken?  ( 10 min )

Learn about the various interest-bearing securities you can use to add stable, recurring income to your employer-sponsored 401(k) account.  ( 23 min )

Saving for retirement? The investment strategy you used in your 30s won't work in your 60s. Asset allocation is key. Learn how to invest at any age to win retirement.  ( 28 min )

I bonds bought in 2022 paid record rates. But with returns now much lower, it's smart to move your money elsewhere—with New Year's Day being the sweet spot for many to cash in.  ( 22 min )

Today's best CD rates are 5.88% from Bank of South Texas for 12 months, 5.76% from Dow Credit Union for 13 months, and 5.75% from INOVA Federal Credit Union for 8 months.  ( 20 min )

An overview of how to pay for college, given rising tuition levels and student debt.  ( 27 min )

You are probably paying off your student loans and retirement is 40 years away. Shouldn't you focus on eliminating debt and, maybe, saving for a home?  ( 30 min )

Focusing only on pay when job hunting may be a mistake. Find out which benefits have the highest payoff in the long run.  ( 25 min )

A personal service corporation is a corporation that is created for the purpose of providing personal services to individuals or groups in the fields of accounting, actuarial science, architecture, consulting, engineering, health (including veterinary services), law, and the performing arts.  ( 24 min )

Business tax credits reduce a business' tax liability. These tax credits are offered to businesses as a result of specific business activities they undertake.  ( 25 min )

Boeing said Lufthansa would buy single-aisle aircraft from the plane maker for the first time since 1995, when it moved to an all-Airbus single-aisle fleet, although it continued to buy Boeing’s wide-body planes.  ( 19 min )

If you are thinking about buying a restaurant, here are two simple methods you can use to calculate a realistic price.  ( 24 min )

The S&P 500 gained 0.6% on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, amid optimism on Fed rate cuts, strong housing data, and the traditional "Santa Claus rally."  ( 18 min )

Those looking to start a side hustle should consider their interests and skill set and determine how much time and effort they are willing to invest in a given pursuit. Here is how to start a side business in seven steps, plus ideas for those who are interested as well as other considerations.  ( 28 min )

Loss carryforward is an accounting technique that applies current year net operating losses to future years' profits in order to reduce tax liability.  ( 25 min )

A Canadian living and working in the U.S. can contribute to an RRSP if they have room based on their contribution limit.  ( 25 min )

Affirm Holdings shares hit their highest level since February 2022 as the payment network expanded its buy now, pay later (BNPL) relationship with Walmart.  ( 18 min )

Posterior probability is the revised probability of an event occurring after taking into consideration new information.  ( 20 min )

Funds from operations (FFO) and adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) are superior predictors of REIT performance. Find out how to use FFO and AFFO to value REITs.  ( 28 min )

With the shift away from pensions, workers are becoming more responsible for their own retirement needs. Unfortunately, many are falling short.  ( 26 min )

A leveraged exchange-traded fund is a fund that uses financial derivatives and debt to amplify the returns of an underlying index.  ( 32 min )

A no-fee ETF is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that can be bought and traded without paying a commission or fee to a broker.  ( 23 min )

Many countries banned the practice of short selling financial stocks after the worldwide financial crisis of 2007—but not the U.S.  ( 29 min )

Whether you're a saver or a financial advisor who wants to give clients a leg up, these eight tips are essential for financial planning.  ( 26 min )

The term "gorilla", in business, refers to a company that has managed to dominate an industry or sector without necessarily achieving a monopoly.  ( 21 min )

Find out the cities that are the foremost hubs of global financial activity.  ( 30 min )

Inflation may be going down, but those pre-pandemic prices we remember at the grocery store, car dealerships, and department stores? They’re most likely gone forever.  ( 21 min )

The new year could be dominated by widespread regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), with the big tech companies best set to gain while regulators work to keep up with the evolving technology.  ( 21 min )

Fundamental analysis and technical analysis are major ways to analyze the financial markets and individual securities. Here are the main differences between the two.  ( 27 min )

The long straddle is an options strategy that includes the purchase of a call and put with the same expiration date and a nearby strike price.  ( 24 min )

The Qualified Retirement Savings Contribution credit is a tax form used to calculate an individual or married couple's saver's credit.  ( 24 min )

A designated Roth account is a separate account in a 401(k), 403(b), or governmental 457(b) plan that holds designated Roth contributions.  ( 24 min )

Options have a high degree of nonlinearity, which can make them seem unpredictable. Learn about nonlinearity and how to manage your options trading risk.  ( 23 min )

U.S. equities were higher at midday Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 following more comments from Fed officials about potential cuts to interest rates.  ( 18 min )

Enphase Energy will cut 10% of its workforce and reduce other costs as high interest rates and changing laws have zapped the solar market.  ( 19 min )

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. Later laws added more protections.  ( 31 min )

Accenture beat earnings and sales estimates on gains in artificial intelligence bookings, but gave weaker-than-expected guidance as clients pulled back on spending.  ( 19 min )

New York leads the list, with London in second place and Shanghai moving up to third in the Global Financial Centres Index.  ( 25 min )

Home construction jumped 15% in November to its highest level since May as builders brushed off high interest rates to meet continued demand for new housing.  ( 19 min )

Investopedia and NY1 are teaming up on a series of biweekly updates tracking the health of New York City’s economy, highlighting the best and worst-performing areas of New York's housing, tourism, leisure and hospitality metrics.  ( 23 min )

The stock market has consistently produced more booms and busts than the housing market, but it has also had better overall returns as well.  ( 25 min )

Withdrawal credits are the portion of an individual’s assets in a pension that the employee is entitled to withdraw when they leave a company.  ( 24 min )

Tesla reportedly plans to raise wages for some Nevada battery factory workers as the United Auto Workers union campaigns to organize workers at Tesla and other auto manufacturers.  ( 18 min )

Real estate investing offers high potential returns. A Roth IRA offers tax-free growth and withdrawals. Here's how to decide which is right for you.  ( 30 min )

After plummeting last week, mortgage rates have risen just mildly the last two days, keeping the 30-year and 15-year averages in their cheapest range since the spring.  ( 20 min )

Boolean algebra is a division of mathematics that deals with operations on logical values and incorporates binary variables.  ( 20 min )

Personal loan rates moved down by 42 basis points this week to 23.05% after breaching 23% for the first time in 2023 last week.  ( 19 min )

Options are more popular as an investment option. The benefits of options include cost efficiency, lower risk, higher potential returns, and providing strategic alternatives.  ( 29 min )

An overview of the many federal, state, and local taxes that small businesses can face, along with the major tax deductions and credits that they may be entitled to.  ( 31 min )

There are many methods used by the government to control inflation; one popular method is contractionary monetary policy.  ( 27 min )

Tax planning is the analysis of a financial situation or plan to ensure that all elements work together to allow you to pay the lowest taxes possible.  ( 25 min )

During the Revolutionary War and later as the first secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton helped shape the United States financial system.  ( 27 min )

Alphabet's Google agreed to pay $700 million and allow for greater competition in its app Play Store to settle an antitrust suit.  ( 19 min )

Here are seven strategies advisors can use to market themselves and their practice.  ( 26 min )

Retail sales tracks consumer demand for finished goods by measuring the purchases of durable and non-durable goods over a defined period of time.  ( 26 min )

There are important financial dates and deadlines to track in 2024, and our personal finance calendar has them all in one place. Learn how to plan your financial year.  ( 32 min )

A 529 plan can help you save for education expenses with tax-advantaged money. Here's a step-by-step guide to your pathway to college savings.  ( 24 min )

In statistics, a spurious correlation, or spuriousness, refers to a connection between two variables that appears causal but is not. Learn why it matters.  ( 24 min )

LTCM was a large hedge fund that blew up in 1998, forcing the U.S. government to intervene to prevent financial markets from collapsing.  ( 22 min )

These two stocks and one ETF are worth putting on your watchlist today. We look at the reasons why and identify important chart levels to watch.  ( 20 min )

A short gold ETF is an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that seeks to profit from a decline in the price of gold.  ( 26 min )

A short sale is the sale of an asset or stock that the seller does not own. Learn the risks and how it works.  ( 28 min )

Core retail sales is an economic indicator of the strength of retail in the U.S. It excludes certain highly volatile categories such as gasoline.  ( 24 min )

Tesla agrees to raise pay at a Nevada plant amid rising unionization pressures and Google parent Alphabet agrees to pay customers $700 million in settlement over its Play Store practices. Here’s what investors need to know today.  ( 19 min )

Understand the different types of qualified retirement plans and what they mean in terms of employee and employer contributions and payment distribution.  ( 25 min )

Discover how contributing to a 401(k) plan can reduce your AGI or MAGI. Also, learn how this differs from contributing to a traditional IRA.  ( 24 min )

The earned income tax credit (EITC) is a tax credit in the U.S. that benefits certain taxpayers who earn low incomes from work in a particular tax year.  ( 28 min )

Robust is a characteristic describing a model's, test's or system's ability to effectively perform while its variables or assumptions are altered.  ( 20 min )

Bitcoin and affiliated assets continue to have high price tags.  ( 35 min )

The company's managers delivered the news to salaried employees, the report stated, adding that four employees from different departments told Bloomberg News they believe the move was widespread. Workers were still given modest cost-of-living increases and adjustments to their base salaries, according to the report. Some Tesla employees who reached the end of their four-year vesting cycle were given stock "refreshers", in order to keep their total compensation competitive, the report added.  ( 33 min )

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO) stock was trading at $59.93 at the end of extended trading hours on Dec.13. The stock price dropped approximately 4.8% year-to-date, and the current market capitalization is $258.8 billion. The 52-week price range fluctuated between $51.55 to $64.99. The American beverage company has a dividend yield of 3.14%. The company’s board declared a dividend of $0.46 per share in October, payable on Dec.15. In its 10-Q filing, the company disclosed that the dividend expenses for t  ( 35 min )

QuantumScape is developing innovative battery technology that could revolutionize the EV industry.  ( 34 min )

All things considered, Nio had an excellent year in 2023.  ( 34 min )

Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) stock closed at $99.20, 0.28% higher at the end of the extended trading hours on Dec. 13. The stock price has dropped 7.13% on a year-to-date basis, and the current market cap is approximately $396.5 billion. The 52-week high price for Exxon was $120.07. The stock recorded its 52-week low price of $97.48 on Dec. 12. The company declared a dividend of $0.91 per share for the third quarter that ended in September compared to $0.88 for the same period of 2022. According  ( 36 min )

(Bloomberg) -- Lumen Technologies Inc. is asking its creditors for more time to close its controversial restructuring deal as it continues negotiations, according to people with knowledge of the matter. Most Read from BloombergApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanTrump Should Be Barred From US Presidency, Colorado Court SaysApple to Halt US Sales of Smartwatches After Patent LossWhat If Putin Wins? US Allies Fear Defeat as Ukraine Aid StallsCiti Suit Raises #MeToo Claims at  ( 35 min )

FedEx stock was down about 6% in after-hours trading shortly after results were released.  ( 25 min )

Boeing said Lufthansa would buy single-aisle aircraft from the plane maker for the first time since 1995, when it moved to an all-Airbus single-aisle fleet, although it continued to buy Boeing’s wide-body planes.  ( 20 min )

Is uranium's bull run done?  ( 36 min )

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FedEx cut its full-year revenue forecast on Tuesday after United Parcel Service clawed back customers lost during its tumultuous labor negotiations. FedEx now expects low-single-digit percentage decline in revenue year over year, compared to the prior forecast of about flat revenue growth.  ( 34 min )

American telecom giant Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) stock closed at $37.33 on Dec. 12. In the preceding 52-week trading period, Verizon’s stock price fluctuated between a high of $44.73 to a low of $30.135. According to the company's 10-Q filing in the last week of October, Verizon's dividend expense for the first nine months of 2023 is $8.2 billion with a dividend yield of 7.24%. For the quarter ending in September, the dividend per share was $0.665 compared to $0.6525 per share for th  ( 35 min )

United States Steel has agreed to be purchased by Nippon Steel. Cleveland-Cliffs stock might be the better bet for 2024.  ( 28 min )

A bullish note from Oppenheimer gave the AI stock a boost.  ( 35 min )

General Electric stock hit a new intraday 52-week high. Shares have been on a tear recently, rising almost 100% in 2023. Caterpillar stock is up too lately.  ( 23 min )

Nikola is still trying to shake its association with former CEO Trevor Milton.  ( 35 min )

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With real estate investment trusts (REITs) showing strength following the Federal Reserve's recent announcement of three possible rate cuts in 2024, analysts are scurrying to update their ratings on REITs. A positive start to the week was solidified by two analysts at JP Morgan upgrading six REITs from a cross-section of REIT subsectors. All six REITs were upgraded from Neutral to Overweight. Take a look at the six REITs receiving upgrades this week. EPR Properties (NYSE:EPR) is a Kansas City, M  ( 37 min )

Tesla stock has a way of defying expectations, and December is no exception. The shares are rising while some key Wall Street estimates are falling.  ( 24 min )

I think Pfizer stock looks kinda cheap.  ( 35 min )

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States vary widely in the way they tax retirement income so location is an important consideration in financially planning for retirement. Some states don't levy income states on any sort of retirement income, while others tax IRA and 401(k) distributions, … Continue reading → The post 11 States That Do Not Tax Retirement Income appeared first on SmartAsset Blog.  ( 35 min )

Inheritance trusts take on critical importance in wealth management, particularly for multi-generational families. The term might come across as complex but in essence, inheritance trusts involve safeguarding assets while managing their distribution efficiently. Moreover, they provide potential tax benefits that can contribute significantly towards your family’s financial security. A financial advisor well-versed in this field […] The post How to Keep Money in the Family With an Inheritance Trus  ( 37 min )

The market rally has left these two stocks behind, offering a great opportunity for forward-looking investors.  ( 37 min )

The rising tide of AI will lift some boats more than others.  ( 38 min )

(Bloomberg) -- There’s a key piece of evidence in the bond-market surge that followed the latest US central-bank meeting, according to Mohamed El-Erian: The Federal Reserve has a communication problem.Most Read from BloombergApple Races to Tweak Software Ahead of Looming US Watch BanApple to Halt US Sales of Smartwatches After Patent LossWhat If Putin Wins? US Allies Fear Defeat as Ukraine Aid StallsRecord Run in US Stocks Shrugs Off Fed Warnings: Markets WrapCiti Suit Raises #MeToo Claims at Wa  ( 34 min )

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Nvidia provides data that it says disproves the dominance of AMD's upcoming AI chip system.  ( 37 min )

Most Wall Street analysts see PayPal as a stock worth buying, but one analyst in particular sees triple-digit upside for shareholders.  ( 37 min )

Its positioning in biotech will likely take a long while to pay off.  ( 37 min )

It's time to rev up your investments with these two leading EV stocks, which may be on the verge of soaring.  ( 36 min )

There's still time to buy some relative bargains.  ( 37 min )

Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania, the state known for its steel, quickly vowed to do everything he can to stop the deal. Senator J.D. Vance said U.S. Steel remains critical to defense.  ( 28 min )

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Coinbase is going after the enormous debt market, and it just might work.  ( 35 min )

The longtime dividend grower recently reset its dividend payment and moved to unlock capital for long-term investment opportunities.  ( 37 min )

The artificial intelligence (AI) sector remains red-hot.  ( 38 min )

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FuelCell reports fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $22.5 million, down from $39.2 million a year earlier.  ( 20 min )

Comcast has confirmed that hackers exploiting a critical-rated security vulnerability accessed the sensitive information of almost 36 million Xfinity customers. Hackers have used the CitrixBleed vulnerability to hack into big-name victims, including aerospace giant Boeing, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, and international law firm Allen & Overy. Xfinity, Comcast’s cable television and internet division, became the latest CitrixBleed victim, the company confirmed in a notice to customers on Monday.  ( 34 min )

Accenture posts adjusted earnings in its fiscal first quarter of $3.27 a share, higher than Wall Street estimates of $3.14.  ( 18 min )

Nvidia may have reached the $1 trillion club, but the stock looks cheap compared to its peers.  ( 36 min )

Social Security's full retirement age will continue to change for people turning 66 in 2024 or later.  ( 35 min )

Based on earnings estimates, its share price could soar in the next two years.  ( 36 min )

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If you're in the market for a beaten-down fintech firm with comeback potential, Bill.com fits the bill.  ( 36 min )

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Exxon is working with FuelCell Energy to capture carbon dioxide while producing electricity.  ( 36 min )

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Here's how you can make your future Social Security benefit checks bigger -- potentially much bigger.  ( 35 min )

You won't find Buffett chasing the latest stock market trends, but his investment company does own some prominent AI stocks.  ( 38 min )

Shareholders are due to receive a large one-time cash payment in mid-January.  ( 36 min )

The AI revolution is now, and these top stocks could help investors get a piece of the growth.  ( 36 min )

Success attracts competition.  ( 37 min )

These Dow stocks could be big winners in the new year.  ( 37 min )

Tesla and Meta Platforms could be set for another strong year in 2024.  ( 38 min )

Two major AI-related catalysts could send this semiconductor stock soaring next year.  ( 37 min )

These stocks have raised their payouts every year for decades and could keep doing so for the rest of your days.  ( 37 min )

The market rally over the last month hasn't been driven by the "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks, a promising sign that it has legs.  ( 37 min )

The market rally over the last month hasn't been driven by the Magnificent 7 tech stocks, a promising sign that it actually has legs.  ( 36 min )

Expect the company's AI chip business to scale up rapidly over the coming years.  ( 36 min )

The holding company Warren Buffett has managed since 1965 is already most of the way there.  ( 37 min )

New technologies bring with them new demands on security, and we’ve all learned the vocabulary of the digital world’s risks: spyware and malware, malignant ads and phishing, hacking and ransomware. It seems the threats are never-ending. The increase in malevolent software attacks has driven a related increase in regulatory requirements, that is helping to push increased cybersecurity spending by both public and private businesses. A run of recent, high-profile, cyberattacks has simply driven tha  ( 39 min )

Microsoft and Nvidia are great, but these up-and-comers deserve some attention too.  ( 37 min )

Many of Wall Street's brightest and most-successful billionaire investors are piling into three ultra-popular growth stocks.  ( 38 min )

Even after posting solid results so far in 2023, these four stocks still offer long-term multibagger potential.  ( 38 min )

These supercharged dividend stocks, with yields ranging from 5.4% to 10.5%, offer highly favorable risk-versus-reward profiles for income seekers in the new year.  ( 39 min )

These top stocks can put more cash in your pocket in 2024.  ( 36 min )

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Google agrees to pay $700 million in a Play store settlement, Heico’s quarterly revenue jumps 54%, and FedEx and Accenture are scheduled to report earnings Tuesday.  ( 22 min )

NextEra Energy Inc. (NYSE:NEE) opened trading on Dec. 14 at $63.54. The stock was 2.98% higher than the opening price in the early hours of the trading session. The 52-week price range for NextEra Energy stock is $47.15 to $88.60. As reported in its 10-Q filing on Nov. 7, the cumulative dividend expenses for the nine months ending in September were $2.8 billion, 12.6% higher than the dividend payments for the same period last year. Dividend expense for the third quarter of 2023 was $946 million  ( 36 min )

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Interest in AI continues to shape big moves on the market, and Wall Street seems to like Alphabet's long-term chances in the category.  ( 36 min )

The pace of inflation is slowing down, and investors are starting to price in higher odds of interest rate cuts next year – but the ripples of the high inflation/high rates regime still linger. Consumer costs are up, and credit is harder to come by; financing for large projects is both harder to get and more expensive to pay for. Plenty of sectors are feeling the pressure. And this brings us to the residential solar market. Solar stocks depend on both homeowners and the availability of financing  ( 39 min )

Het aantal jongvolwassen vrouwen dat thuis blijft wonen is de afgelopen twintig jaar gestegen van 31 procent naar 40 procent. Ook jonge mannen en werkende twintigers wonen steeds minder vaak op zichzelf.  ( 9 min )

Bij een op de tien vrouwen die zich ziek meldden op het werk ging hun laatste verzuim gepaard met klachten door menstruatie, zwangerschap of de overgang. Vooral dat eerste speelde vaak een rol.  ( 10 min )

Door de succesvolle aanpak van voedselverspilling in Nederland dreigt deze winter een "nijpend tekort" bij voedselbanken. Voedselbanken Nederland maakt zich daarom "grote zorgen om de dalende toestroom van goederen".  ( 9 min )

Een dure decembermaand voor Rolex: de Franse tak van het horlogemerk moet namelijk een boete van 91,6 miljoen euro betalen. Volgens de Franse mededingingsautoriteit heeft het Zwitserse luxemerk handelaren tien jaar lang verboden zijn horloges online te verkopen.  ( 8 min )

Volgens vakbond FNV heerst er een "onveilige" en zelfs "giftige" werksfeer op het ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport (VWS). In een peiling onder vakbondsleden gaven tientallen medewerkers aan te maken hebben gehad met onder meer grensoverschrijdend gedrag.  ( 9 min )

Chemours zegt niet te hebben geweten dat een schadelijke pfas ontstond in de chemische fabriek. De stof TFA werd in mei in het afvalwater van de fabriek ontdekt. Als de stof nog een keer wordt gevonden, krijgt Chemours een boete.  ( 10 min )

Volgens vakbond FNV heerst er een "onveilige" en zelfs "giftige" werksfeer op het ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport (VWS). In een peiling onder vakbondsleden gaven tientallen medewerkers aan te maken hebben gehad met onder meer grensoverschrijdend gedrag.  ( 9 min )

Grote Nederlandse treinstations zijn vaak beter dan hun buitenlandse tegenhangers. In een vergelijking van de vijftig grootste stations in Europa komen Utrecht Centraal en Amsterdam Centraal allebei in de top tien terecht. En ja, de hoeveelheid vertraging telde mee.  ( 9 min )

Oekraïne heeft goede hoop dat de export, die is ingezakt door de oorlog in het land, de komende jaren herstelt. Daarvoor moeten wel graantransporten over de Zwarte Zee mogelijk blijven.  ( 3 min )

Gemeenten die werknemers dit jaar een extra koopkrachtcompensatie hebben gegeven, hebben hierbij niet gediscrimineerd. Dat oordeelt het College voor de Rechten van de Mens. Werknemers met een arbeidsbeperking kregen de extra compensatie niet.  ( 9 min )

Gemeenten die dit jaar werknemers een extra koopkrachtcompensatie gaven, hebben hierbij niet gediscrimineerd. Dat oordeelt het College van de Rechten van de Mens. Werknemers met een arbeidsbeperking kregen de extra compensatie niet.  ( 9 min )

Dromen van een prachtig groot huis, een verbouwing, nieuwe badkamer, verre reis of een avondje lekker uit eten. De aanschaf van een oudejaarslot is voor veel mensen een vaste prik tijdens de feestdagen, terwijl de winkans niet groot is.  ( 10 min )

Graaiflatie is het Woord van het Jaar 2023. Maar liefst 65 procent van de bijna vijftienduizend stemmen ging naar het woord, dat concurreerde met onder meer vreugdebier en nepobaby.  ( 9 min )

Het moederbedrijf van Google betaalt omgerekend 640 miljoen euro om verdere vervolging voor machtsmisbruik te voorkomen. Het bedrijf was aangeklaagd door tientallen Amerikaanse staten en groepen consumenten voor misbruik van zijn marktmacht in zijn appwinkel Google Play Store.  ( 9 min )

Niet alles wordt duurder, blijkt uit een blik op prijzen basisproducten in supermarkten. Melk, koffie, rijst en aardappelen werden gemiddeld zo'n 3 procent goedkoper in het afgelopen half jaar. Maar kijk je iets langer terug, dan zijn we nog steeds duurder uit.  ( 10 min )

DGB Energie heeft via telefonische verkoop klanten misleid, blijkt uit onderzoek van toezichthouder ACM. Om beterschap te tonen, heeft het energiebedrijf nu beloofd drie jaar niet meer aan werving via de telefoon te doen.  ( 9 min )

Dromen van een prachtig groot huis, een verbouwing, nieuwe badkamer, verre reis of een avondje lekker uit eten. De aanschaf van een oudejaarslot is voor veel mensen een vaste prik tijdens de feestdagen, terwijl de winkans niet groot is.  ( 10 min )

De Amerikaanse defensieminister Lloyd Austin heeft maandag aangekondigd dat een internationale coalitie schepen op de Rode Zee gaat beschermen. Ook Nederland neemt deel aan deze zogeheten Operation Prosperity Guardian.  ( 9 min )

Nederlandse consumenten hebben in het derde kwartaal amper meer online aankopen gedaan. Er werd veel minder kleding en elektronica gekocht. Wel gaven we fors meer geld uit aan vakantieboekingen dan vorig jaar.  ( 9 min )

Het aantal vertrouwenspersonen is in vijf jaar fors gestegen, mogelijk door de MeToo-beweging en gebeurtenissen bij tv-programma The Voice of Holland. Begin 2018 waren er 199 vertrouwenspersonen ingeschreven bij de Kamer van Koophandel (KVK), eind 2023 zijn dat er 889.  ( 8 min )

Dromen van een prachtig groot huis, een verbouwing, nieuwe badkamer, verre reis of een avondje lekker uit eten. De aanschaf van een oudejaarslot is voor veel mensen een vaste prik tijdens de feestdagen, terwijl de winkans niet groot is.  ( 10 min )